Manchester United are reportedly still in the running for Bournemouth's highly-rated midfielder Alex Scott, despite the club's significant valuation.
The 22-year-old has impressed for Bournemouth, leading many to believe a big-club move is on the horizon. While United might be hesitant to meet Scott's £80 million price tag, they haven't completely ruled out a transfer, according to The Sun.
This pursuit comes as United are believed to be closing in on a deal for Atalanta's Ederson, as reported by BBC Sport, with Scott potentially being the next midfield target on their radar.
However, Manchester United may have other midfield options if a move for Scott doesn't materialize. Fabrizio Romano has mentioned Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni, Chelsea's Andrey Santos, and Brighton's Carlos Baleba as potential targets.
Interestingly, the presence of these alternative names might suggest that the links to Alex Scott are not as concrete as previously reported. Other clubs, including Arsenal and Chelsea, are also said to be interested in Scott, indicating a complex and early stage in the summer midfield transfer market.
