Arsenal, Man United battle for Bournemouth Alex Scott £60m

Two of the Premier League's top clubs are set to compete for the signature of Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott this summer, with the Cherries expected to demand a fee in the region of 60 million pounds. Arsenal, the reigning league champions, and Manchester United are both actively tracking the 22-year-old England international.

Scott enjoyed a standout season for Bournemouth, emerging as one of the league's most in-form midfielders. His performances, which included scoring the winning goal in a 2-1 victory over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium late in the season, brought him close to a place in England's World Cup squad. His current contract with Bournemouth runs until 2028, but progress on a new deal has yet to materialize as the club begins a new era under manager Marco Rose.

For Manchester United, midfield reinforcements are a priority following the departure of Casemiro. The club has already agreed a deal to sign Brazilian midfielder Ederson from Atalanta, but manager Michael Carrick is reportedly seeking further additions, especially with the return of European football to Old Trafford next season. While United have also been linked with Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton and...