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Transfer Rumours: Chelsea face Scott competition as Arsenal line up €100m star

All the latest football transfer rumours and gossip from 5 October, including the latest on the increasingly large battle for Bournemouth’s Alex Scott, a new target for Arsenal and a major boost for Manchester United ahead of January.

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 7:25 AM
Transfer Rumours: Chelsea face Scott competition as Arsenal line up €100m star
Key Things to Know
  • Chelsea face rival interest from Real Madrid, Arsenal, and Liverpool for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott.
  • Arsenal are targeting Juventus winger Kenan Yildiz, who holds a reported permanent transfer valuation of at least €100m.
  • Manchester United could pursue a January loan deal for Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Real Madrid have reportedly entered the race alongside Chelsea, Arsenal, and Liverpool to sign Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. Los Blancos are prepared to pursue the 23-year-old as they seek midfield control. Meanwhile, Arsenal are targeting Juventus left winger Kenan Yildiz, with the Italian club reportedly demanding at least €100m for a permanent transfer if they fail to secure Champions League football.

Elsewhere, Manchester United have received an opportunity to sign Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde on loan in January after limited playing time under Hansi Flick. Additional transfer reports link Real Madrid and Liverpool with Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, while Endrick could head to AC Milan on a loan move without an option to buy.

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