The south coast club values Scott at £80m, more than triple the £25m they paid for him in 2023, according to Cryptobriefing.
BBC Sport reported that Bournemouth has signaled to Chelsea that further approaches will be unwelcome.
The Rejected Bid and Valuation Gap
Chelsea’s £64m offer, which arrived on July 21, 2026, fell short of Bournemouth’s £80m target by £16m, a 25% discrepancy. Cryptobriefing noted the gap as significant, with Bournemouth aiming to maximize returns on a player they originally acquired for £25m. The club’s strategy hinges on retaining Scott through the 2026/27 season, leveraging his value amid interest from Arsenal, Manchester United, and Tottenham.
At £80m, the price would represent a 220% return on investment, excluding wages paid during his tenure. Cryptobriefing highlighted that the club’s recent sales of Dean Huijsen, Milos Kerkez, Illia Zabarnyi, and Dango Outtara generated substantial revenue, reducing pressure to sell Scott at a discount.
Bournemouth’s stance on Scott aligns with its handling of other high-profile players. The club has taken a similar approach with forward Junior Kroupi, who is attracting interest from Arsenal and Tottenham. Additionally, Brazil international Rayan, who joined the club in January, has given no indication of wanting to leave, according to BBC Sport.
Player Contract and Club Strategy
BBC Sport reported that Bournemouth has publicly reiterated its intent to keep the England Under-21 international, even on his current deal. The club’s approach mirrors its handling of forward Junior Kroupi, who is also attracting interest from Arsenal and Tottenham.
The 22-year-old, who joined Bournemouth from Bristol City in 2023, has rejected a new contract that has been on the table for at least two months. BBC Sport noted that Bournemouth has directly informed Scott of its decision to retain him, regardless of his contractual stance. Having qualified for the Europa League, the club is not compelled to sell Scott, unlike previous transfer windows.
BBC Sport also reported that Arsenal had an approach for Scott turned down by Bournemouth in June. Other clubs, including Manchester United, Tottenham, and Manchester City, have also expressed interest in the midfielder. Cryptobriefing noted that Bournemouth’s strategy is to leverage multiple bidders to secure the highest possible valuation for Scott.
The coming weeks will determine whether Chelsea revisits the offer or shifts focus to other targets. Cryptobriefing suggested that Arsenal or Manchester United could emerge as rivals, leveraging Bournemouth’s desire for multiple bids. Meanwhile, Scott’s contract situation remains unresolved, with the club insisting he will stay on the south coast
regardless of offers.
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