Hold up, Real Madrid, because AC Milan just crashed the party on your midfield plans. Reports are flying that the Italian giants have officially set their sights on AFC Bournemouth’s rising star, Alex Scott, to step into the massive shoes left by none other than Luka Modric. This is not some casual interest; it is a full-on pursuit that is setting up a serious clash for one of Europe’s most promising talents.
The Modric Era’s End Brings New Targets
Real Madrid’s been hunting for midfield reinforcements for a minute, especially after missing out on Rodri this past summer. You know they are itching for a big signing there. They have had their eyes peeled on a few names, but 23-year-old England international Alex Scott from AFC Bournemouth has been a serious blip on their radar, with close monitoring of his Premier League development.
But here is the kicker: Real is not the only club sniffing around. AC Milan, with legend Luka Modric, 41 years old and his contract expiring at the end of this campaign, has Scott pegged as his replacement. Modric is an absolute legend for the Rossoneri, but at 41, time catches up to everyone. Milan needs to make a move, and they see Scott as the guy. It gets even crazier, though. Chelsea and Liverpool are apparently in the mix too, and get this, they might even try to snag him in January. Talk about heating things up fast!
€50 Million and the Clock Is Ticking for Real Madrid
So, what is Alex Scott gonna cost? Bournemouth’s reportedly slapping a cool €50 million price tag on him. That is a hefty sum, and while it might be a challenge for AC Milan’s wallet, Real Madrid should not have too much trouble. But with Chelsea and Liverpool circling, and Milan making moves, that price tag could skyrocket even higher, making things a headache for everyone involved.
This whole situation just got super complicated for Real Madrid. They were probably hoping to chill, take their time, and reinforce their midfield unit in the summer of 2027. But with all this competition, especially the talk of January moves, their “scouting and monitoring” might need to translate into a formal offer a whole lot sooner.
Right now, Real Madrid’s interest is still just reports and compiled scouting notes. But if they want Alex Scott, they cannot just sit on their hands. With AC Milan making their intentions clear and other Premier League giants looking to pounce, the question is not just about the €50 million anymore, it is about who is willing to make the first real move. Will we see a January swoop or will Real wait it out until summer? The transfer window just got a whole lot more interesting, folks.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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