AC Milan have identified Bournemouth’s Alex Scott as a potential replacement for Luka Modric, who is nearing the end of his career at Real Madrid. The Italian club is preparing for Modric’s departure as his contract expires at the close of this season.
At 41, Modric remains a part of Real Madrid’s squad but is expected to leave or retire soon. Milan are already looking to fill the gap in midfield with younger talent, and Scott has emerged as a target. The 23-year-old England international has impressed in the Premier League this season, attracting attention from Europe’s top clubs.
Real Madrid themselves have been monitoring Scott closely. After failing to sign Rodri last summer, they have made midfield reinforcements a priority for next year. Scott is among several midfielders on their radar, with scouts tracking his performances for Bournemouth.
The competition for Scott’s signature is heating up. Apart from AC Milan and Real Madrid, Chelsea and Liverpool have also shown interest in the young midfielder. Both English clubs might consider a move as early as the January transfer window, adding urgency to any potential negotiations.
Bournemouth value Scott at around €50 million. This price could be a hurdle for Milan, who may find the fee challenging, while Real Madrid would be more capable of meeting it. The increasing interest from top clubs could push Scott’s price even higher.
So far, Real Madrid’s interest in Scott has been limited to scouting and compiling reports. There has been no formal offer or approach, and it remains unclear whether they will pursue a move in January or wait until the summer of 2027 to strengthen their midfield.
Scott’s rise at Bournemouth has coincided with his growing reputation across Europe. As one of the Premier League’s promising young midfielders, he fits the profile of a long-term replacement for Modric’s role. The coming months will show which club moves first to secure his services.
According to Yahoo Sports.
