Real Madrid scout 23-year-old Premier League midfielder wanted by Chelsea – report

Real Madrid scout 23-year-old Premier League midfielder wanted by Chelsea – report Although the season has only just begun, Real Madrid have already started surveying the market for potential reinforcements for the future transfer windows. One of the main issues that needs addressing is the midfield position, where the club tried and failed to sign Rodri this past summer. As such, the search for a new midfielder already appears to be underway, with the Merengues looking for a player who can bring greater control and creativity in the middle. At the same time, the Spanish capital club would prioritise signing a young player who can become a long-term solution in the position. Alex Scott on the radars With that in mind, Alex Scott of AFC Bournemouth has emerged as one of the names on Real Madrid’s list. Real Madrid scouting Alex Scott. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images) Indeed, according to Alex Crook of talkSPORT , Real Madrid are monitoring his progress closely and have already scouted him. The 23-year-old midfielder has emerged as one of Premier League’s exciting young midfield talents and recently made his debut for the England national team. Scott primarily operates as a central midfielder, while also being capable of operating in a more advanced role or out wide. Chelsea also interested However, Real Madrid are not the only club keeping an eye on Scott , as Premier League heavy spenders Chelsea are also big admirers. The Blues already had a £64 million bid rejected by Bournemouth this past summer and are expected to return with a new and improved offer for the Englishman next year. Alex Scott recently made his England debut. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images) Bournemouth, for their part, have no intention of selling Scott in January, but they could be forced to part ways with the 23-year-old next summer. After all, Scott’s current contract runs until 2028 and he has, so far, refused to negotiate and sign an extension. It means the summer of 2027 would represent the Cherries’ final major opportunity to secure a substantial transfer fee for the midfielder before his contract enters its final year. For Real Madrid, that could make next year an important moment to decide whether to step up their interest in one of the Premier League’s emerging midfielders.