Liverpool eyes Bournemouth's Alex Scott, with £80m price tag reported

Liverpool is reportedly considering a summer transfer for midfielder Alex Scott from Bournemouth. To secure his services, the Reds may need to meet Bournemouth's valuation of £80m, which has increased from previous estimates. Bournemouth plans to offer Scott a new contract, aiming to retain the 22-year-old, who has received praise from managers Andoni Iraola and Pep Guardiola. With interest from Manchester United and Tottenham, the situation might evolve quickly as contracts and offers are discussed in the coming weeks.

• 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Liverpool may need to stump up £80m to sign midfield maestro who’s wowed Iraola and Guardiola