Real Madrid enters race for Bournemouth's Alex Scott

Real Madrid has joined Chelsea and Liverpool in pursuit of Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, with scouts attending three of his recent matches.

• TEAMtalk reported Real Madrid scouts watched Scott at least three times, including his first start for England in a 7-0 win over Croatia.
• Chelsea and Liverpool are also monitoring the 23-year-old midfielder, Chelsea having long pursued him.
• Bournemouth said it will not allow Scott to leave in the January transfer window and is working to extend his contract.
• Reports put Scott's price above £75 million, with Real Madrid possibly considering an offer in 2027.