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Liverpool's interest in Alex Scott was one of the most impressive stories of the summer transfer season, but Bournemouth appear determined to make any potential deal as difficult as possible. According to a report by talkSPORT chief football reporter Alex Crook, Bournemouth have set a price tag of around £80 million for the highly-rated midfielder and are committed to keeping him on the south coast, despite increased interest from some top Premier League clubs. Scott has had another impressive season on the south coast and his development has not gone unnoticed. Liverpool are monitoring his situation, while Manchester United have also shown an interest in him. However, Bournemouth owner Bill Foley is not keen on sanctioning an institutional sale unless a truly exceptional offer comes along. Few players have been able to command the value of a star player like Alex Scott over the past two seasons. The midfielder has gradually established himself as one of the most talented young English players in the Premier League since arriving from Bristol City. According to previous reports by TalkSport, Bournemouth value the Scot at around £80 million and have no intention of selling him this summer. This assessment not only reflects his current quality, but also indicates his potential to become England's leading midfielder for years to come. Liverpool's interest is not unexpected. The Scot combines his mobility and versatility off the ball with technical qualities and intelligence in passing, making him an attractive option for any top level team looking for midfield depth and creativity. But Bournemouth's position remains firm. The club's management believe that Scott is central to their future aspirations and there is a belief that he will have the opportunity to remain active for the club on a long-term basis in the future. The main reason behind Bournemouth's position is owner Bill Foley's desire to increase his ambitions for the club. Sources at Bournemouth insist Foley does not want to sell one of his most prized assets, as reported by talkSPORT. Rather, they would like to strike a deal that could keep Scott at the club on a long-term basis, such as the deal previously negotiated with Antoine Semenyo, which would include a release clause. Such an arrangement would allow Bournemouth to protect the Scot's value, but at the same time provide the player with a clear pathway, should a bigger opportunity arise in the future. Bournemouth seem to be aiming to change this policy of selling talented players to rich clubs. They no longer just want to create talent for rich rivals, but also to compete themselves. They have invested heavily in the last few years and their progress in competing against the established clubs in the leagues above them has also created a belief that they can compete against the established clubs in the Premier League. The point for Liverpool now is that any negotiations from Bournemouth will be from a position of considerable strength. Liverpool's scouting team continue to assess various opportunities in Europe, as they prepare for another challenging season. Alex Scott's profile fits the type of players Liverpool usually need. At just 22, the midfielder has already gained a significant amount of Premier League experience and has plenty of room for improvement. He is capable of playing a variety of midfield roles, which makes him particularly attractive. Whether he plays as a deeper playmaker, a creative player or a dynamic box-to-box midfielder, in all areas he often displays maturity beyond his years. In addition, Scott is an advantageous player in terms of the importance given to players who can play for England during the formation of English clubs and European squads. But the £80 million valuation will pose a major hurdle for Liverpool. An £80 million valuation would establish the Scot as one of the most expensive midfielders in English football history. Bournemouth's valuation of Alex Scott is based not only on potential, but also on the valuation of top midfielders in recent times. Players such as Elliott Anderson, Mateusz Fernandes and Sandro Tonali have been taken by Bournemouth as the basis of their assessment. In this respect, Bournemouth feel their assessment of the Scot is justified. Besides, Scott is very close to a potential breakthrough in getting a call-up to the national team. If he earns a call-up to the national team, it is an opportunity for his club to increase in value once again. Nothing is certain yet, but if there are talks, it will be for something worth £80 million or more. So, Liverpool's interest is still genuine, but the price to pay for Alex Scott will be a very strong position for Bournemouth. --- ## Related Articles 1. [Sunderland still negocjuje transfer Geertruidy](https://bialoczerwoni.live/pl/news/sunderland-wciaz-negocjuje-transfer-geertruidy) 2. [Premier League](https://quinasgoal.com/noticias/elliot-anderson-a-ascensao-do-medio-ingles-rumo-a-um-potential-recorde-britanico)

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