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Arsenal receive clear response over double January transfer as Xabi Alonso gets same message

Arsenal and Chelsea have been sent a clear transfer message from Bournemouth about two of their star players

By Mark Wakefield · Football London

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 12:06 PM

Key Things to Know

Bournemouth will not sanction January transfers for Alex Scott or Eli Junior Kroupi to Arsenal or Chelsea.
Chelsea previously saw a £64 million permanent bid for midfielder Scott rejected by Bournemouth.
Forward Kroupi is sidelined until November with an injury after being linked with summer exits.

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Bournemouth have reportedly informed Arsenal and Chelsea that Alex Scott and Eli Junior Kroupi will not be available for transfer during the January window. Both Premier League clubs, alongside Manchester United and Liverpool, had been linked with the Cherries duo following intense speculation throughout the summer.

Chelsea previously saw a £64 million permanent bid for Scott rejected before the deadline, while Xabi Alonso's side also sought midfield reinforcements. Kroupi remained at Bournemouth after suffering a pre-season injury that sidelines him until around November, leaving Arsenal and Chelsea forced to reassess their winter targets.

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