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Chelsea expect to complete £100m signing in January, with Palmer, Rogers, Alonso to thank

🔵⌛️ £100m Chelsea signing coming up in January #CFC

By Steve Pearson · Football 365

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 1:01 PM

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Chelsea are reportedly confident of completing a £100m permanent signing of Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott in January.
Scott is reportedly attracted to playing under manager Xabi Alonso alongside Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers.
Bournemouth previously rejected a £64m bid from Chelsea during the summer transfer window.

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Chelsea are reportedly confident of signing Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott in the January transfer window in a permanent deal that could reach £100m. The 23-year-old England international is said to be drawn to working with manager Xabi Alonso and teaming up with Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers.

Bournemouth previously rejected a £64m bid during the summer, but Scott continues to resist signing a contract extension with only 18 months left on his deal. Bournemouth are expected to demand a £100m fee to sanction his mid-season departure.

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