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Bournemouth owner sends message to Arsenal and Chelsea over England international

Bournemouth owner Bill Foley has insisted that the club have not abandoned hope of keeping Alex Scott despite the midfielder rejecting a lucrative new contract. The 23-year-old England international continues to attract interest from several Premier League clubs, including Arsenal…

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 10:32 AM
Bournemouth owner sends message to Arsenal and Chelsea over England international
Key Things to Know
  • Bournemouth owner Bill Foley revealed the club still hopes to retain Alex Scott despite a rejected contract offer.
  • Bournemouth previously rejected a £64 million permanent transfer bid from Chelsea during the summer window.
  • Scott turned down a deal that would make him the club's highest-paid player amid Arsenal and Liverpool interest.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Bournemouth owner Bill Foley has admitted the club still hopes to keep midfielder Alex Scott despite the 23-year-old rejecting a record contract offer. The Cherries previously turned down a £64 million permanent transfer bid from Chelsea during the summer window, but Scott has since declined terms that would make him the club's top earner.

Speaking ahead of Bournemouth's Europa League clash with AC Milan, Foley stated the club will continue discussions. He acknowledged strong competition from wealthier clubs like Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool as the January transfer window approaches.

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