Tottenham want 22-year-old Bournemouth midfielder in the summer.
Tottenham Hotspur have registered an interest in Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, according to Tottenham Transfer News on X, with the England youth international emerging as a potential target as Roberto De Zerbi begins identifying the players he wants to build his squad around.
The interest is logical on multiple levels. Scott has been one of the more impressive young midfielders in the Premier League this season, combining technical quality with defensive diligence in a way that has drawn consistent praise from those who watch Bournemouth regularly.
Scott brings Premier League experience
At 22, he fits the profile of the forward-thinking, high-ceiling recruitment that the Lewis family have pledged to pursue as part of the summer overhaul, and his Premier League experience means he would not require an adjustment period that a signing from abroad might need.
De Zerbi’s midfield requirements are specific and non-negotiable. His system demands players who can receive the ball under pressure, circulate it quickly, make intelligent decisions in tight spaces, and contribute to both the defensive and offensive phases of play with equal conviction.
Scott’s profile at Bournemouth under Andoni Iraola has demonstrated exactly those qualities, developed within one of the Premier League’s more technically demanding systems. He even recently scored a crucial late winner against Arsenal at the Emirates, to dent their title hopes. The transition to De Zerbi’s methods would therefore be considerably more seamless than it might be for a player arriving from a more direct or physical environment.
The timing of Tottenham’s interest also carries a practical dimension. Bournemouth’s own managerial situation remains unresolved, with Iraola’s contract expiring at the end of the season. Should the Spaniard depart, the club’s direction and ambition for next season becomes less certain, potentially making key players more open to moves than they might otherwise be. Scott is under contract, so Bournemouth would command a significant fee, but Tottenham’s willingness to invest at the position signals genuine intent.
The broader midfield picture at Spurs demands urgent attention. With Bissouma departing on a free, Souza’s long-term suitability uncertain, and several other positions requiring simultaneous investment, landing a player of Scott’s age and quality would represent exactly the kind of statement signing that sets the tone for a serious rebuild. De Zerbi has identified the problem. Scott may be part of the solution.