Manchester United faces competition for Bournemouth's Alex Scott
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 5:10 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Manchester United is pursuing Alex Scott, a midfielder from Bournemouth, amid competition from Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur, and Real Madrid. Scott, whose contract runs until 2028, has not agreed to an extension, leading Bournemouth to consider a new contract that includes a £75 million release clause. United's previous efforts to sign Ederson and other targets fell through due to high costs. The club is also monitoring Tyler Adams as a potential alternative. The situation remains dynamic as Scott's future unfolds.
- •United aims to strengthen midfield with Alex Scott.
- •Scott's contract with Bournemouth ends in 2028.
- •Arsenal has also shown interest in promoting a contract extension.
- •Bournemouth may set a £75 million release clause for Scott.
- •United considers Tyler Adams as a more affordable option.
- 5:10 AMYahoo Sports — Alex Scott: United have competition as release clause details revealed
"Manchester United have had to overcome problem after problem as they look to add to their midfield ranks.The signing of Ederson from Atalanta was negotiated swiftly enough, but since then, the Red Dev...
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