Chelsea to Pursue 23-Year-Old Premier League Midfielder Again in January, Contract Runs Until 2028

Chelsea are preparing to make another attempt to sign Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott in the January transfer window. The 23-year-old England Under-21 international was already a target for the Blues this summer, but the deal was not completed. According to TEAMtalk, Chelsea are preparing a new offer for the winter window.

After Enzo Fernandez's departure, Chelsea urgently need a quality central midfielder. They also missed the chance to sign Lamine Camara from Monaco on deadline day. At present, the Blues can only use Malo Gusto and Reece James as makeshift midfield options, and the club hope to bring in a more specialized solution.

Scott's performances in the Premier League this season have been impressive. He can provide the composure, ball control, and physicality required in midfield, and he has the ability to play for a club like Chelsea. For the player himself, the opportunity to join one of the biggest clubs in the country is also attractive. However, the deal will not be cheap.

Bournemouth will not let him leave easily, with Scott's contract running until 2028. It remains unknown whether Chelsea are willing to pay a premium. The Blues have made a good start to the Premier League season, and although they recently lost to Arsenal, they still hope to finish in the top four and compete for trophies. Strengthening central midfield should be a priority in January.