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Manchester United<\/a> have reportedly made contact to sign AFC Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, as per The Athletic<\/span><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n The engine room have been a problematic position for the Red Devils for a long time, and after being appointed as the new manager, Michael Carrick is prioritising addressing this issue.<\/p>\n United currently have Kobbie Mainoo, Casemiro<\/a>, and Manuel Ugarte as options to deploy in the deeper midfield roles. Moreover, Mason Mount can provide cover in this position if needed, although he is a No.10 by trait.<\/p>\n Mainoo was set to enter the final year of his current contract, but has decided to extend his stay at his boyhood club by signing a fresh term until 2031.<\/p>\n However, Casemiro is set to leave as a free agent at the end of this month despite showcasing his productivity this season. On the other hand, Man Utd are said to be open to cashing-in on Ugarte following his struggles to break into Carrick\u2019s starting line-up.<\/p>\n It has been suggested that United are considering purchasing at least two midfielders and could even buy another one if they eventually manage to cash-in on Ugarte.<\/p>\n A plethora of names have been linked with a move to Old Trafford, with Atalanta star Ederson reportedly close to joining Carrick\u2019s side. However, The Athletic<\/em> report that Man Utd are also interested in Scott, having been impressed by his recent eye-catching performances.<\/p>\n With the 22-year-old\u2019s existing deal set to run until 2028, Bournemouth are keen on keeping hold of him by tying him down to a fresh term. They have even held talks with the player\u2019s representatives over a new deal.<\/p>\n However, the player is highly unlikely to prolong his stay at Vitality Stadium. So, the Cherries might be open to cashing-in on him this summer to make the most profit out of his departure, and Man Utd have held talks to enquire about the details of signing him.<\/p>\n Scott is a technically gifted box-to-box midfielder by trait, but is also efficient in the defensive midfield position. He has shown glimpses of his qualities in the Premier League<\/a> this season.<\/p>\n So, the Englishman, valued at around \u00a335m by Transfermarkt<\/span><\/a>, would be a great coup for Man Utd should they eventually manage to secure his service during this offseason.<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t![\"Rememore](\"https:\/\/football-talk.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/FootballTalk_New_Chapter-rememore.png\")
<\/a><\/div>\nScott to Man Utd<\/h2>\n
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