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Chelsea Shocked By Bournemouth's Alex Scott Rejection
You won't believe who just got rejected by Bournemouth. Chelsea, known for big spenders, made a £64m bid for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott but were told no. This comes after intense speculation over Chelsea’s midfield needs and their aggressive summer spending. Scott, the 23-year-old England international, has been a standout performer at Bournemouth since joining in 2021. Fans are divided: some see this as a major setback for Chelsea’s ambitions, while others wonder if it was a smart move by Bournemouth to keep a key asset. Will Chelsea come back with an improved offer? Or will they look elsewhere?
The Transfer Siren · 22 July 2026
You won't believe who just got rejected by Bournemouth. Chelsea, known for big spenders, made a £64m bid for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott but were told no. This comes after intense speculation over Chelsea’s midfield needs and their aggressive summer spending. Scott, the 23-year-old England international, has been a standout performer at Bournemouth since joining in 2021. Fans are divided: some see this as a major setback for Chelsea’s ambitions, while others wonder if it was a smart move by Bournemouth to keep a key asset. Will Chelsea come back with an improved offer? Or will they look elsewhere?
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