Chelsea are reportedly leading the race for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott ahead of the January transfer window, while Bayern Munich have turned their attention to Barcelona forward Dani Olmo and Jude Bellingham has reportedly ruled out a move to Manchester City. The latest transfer gossip also links Chelsea with several defensive targets as Premier League clubs begin to assess their options for January.
Alex Scott Emerges as Chelsea Target
Alex Scott has emerged as one of the names attracting Chelsea’s attention ahead of the January transfer window, with the Blues reportedly ready to move to the front of the queue if Bournemouth make the 23-year-old midfielder available.
According to the Daily Mail, Chelsea would be in pole position to pursue Scott should Bournemouth decide to consider offers in January. The report does not indicate that a deal is imminent, but it places Chelsea among the clubs monitoring the England midfielder’s situation.
Scott joined Bournemouth from Bristol City and has established himself as an important player for the Premier League club. His versatility and ability to operate in midfield have made him an attractive option for clubs looking to strengthen their squads.
For Chelsea, interest in Scott would represent another potential addition to a midfield already containing several young players. The club’s recruitment strategy has continued to focus heavily on players with long-term potential, making the Bournemouth midfielder a name to watch as January approaches.
Any potential move, however, would depend on Bournemouth’s willingness to sell and the player’s availability during the winter window.
Bayern Munich Eye Dani Olmo
Bayern Munich are also reportedly considering a January move, with Barcelona forward Dani Olmo attracting interest from the German champions.
Sky Sports reports that Bayern are monitoring the 28-year-old Spain international and could explore a deal in January. Olmo is reportedly valued at around £60m, meaning any move would require a significant financial commitment.
Olmo has experience in both La Liga and the Bundesliga, having previously played for RB Leipzig before returning to Spain with Barcelona. His technical ability and versatility across attacking positions have made him an important player at club and international level.
A potential move to Bayern would therefore give the German side another experienced attacking option as they continue to compete across domestic and European competitions.
The reported valuation could nevertheless prove significant, particularly during the January transfer window when clubs are often reluctant to part with key players midway through a season.
Bellingham Rejects Manchester City Interest
Jude Bellingham has also featured prominently in Thursday’s transfer gossip after reports suggested the England midfielder is not interested in a move to Manchester City.
According to Fichajes, Bellingham is expected to extend his contract with Real Madrid and has no desire to join the Premier League champions. The 23-year-old only joined Real Madrid from Borussia Dortmund in 2023 and has established himself as one of the club’s leading midfielders.
The report therefore points towards Bellingham remaining in Madrid rather than considering a return to English football.
There has been no indication in the supplied reports of a formal approach from Manchester City, meaning the story currently centres on reported interest and Bellingham’s alleged preference to remain with Real Madrid.
Chelsea Monitor Khusanov and Scalvini
Chelsea’s interest in defensive reinforcements also features heavily in the latest gossip, with the club linked to Manchester City’s Uzbekistan defender Abdukodir Khusanov.
Chelsea are monitoring Khusanov, according to Caught Offside, with the Blues reportedly one of four Premier League clubs keeping a close eye on the 22-year-old.
Khusanov joined Manchester City after developing a reputation as a promising young defender, and his age makes him a potentially attractive long-term option for clubs looking to strengthen their defensive departments.
Chelsea are also reportedly interested in Atalanta and Italy defender Giorgio Scalvini. The 22-year-old has attracted attention from several Premier League clubs, with Tottenham and Newcastle also named among those monitoring his situation.
The competition for Scalvini could therefore be significant if Atalanta decide to entertain offers.
Chelsea have also been linked with a potential decision involving Alejandro Garnacho, although the latest report concerns the structure of his current loan agreement rather than a fresh transfer. According to the Telegraph, neither Chelsea nor Aston Villa has a January exit clause in the deal that took the Argentina winger to Villa Park on a season-long loan.
Liverpool Consider Tyler Morton Return
Liverpool are reportedly considering bringing midfielder Tyler Morton back to the club from Lyon.
The 23-year-old left Liverpool for Lyon and has attracted interest from several Premier League clubs, including Nottingham Forest, Crystal Palace and Brighton.
A return to Anfield would represent an interesting development for Morton, who came through Liverpool’s academy and previously made appearances for the first team.
Elsewhere, Juventus could reignite their interest in Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson, whose future at Anfield is reportedly uncertain. The Brazilian remains an experienced option for the Italian club, although the latest report does not suggest that a formal transfer is close.
Barcelona are also expected to face financial decisions before making January additions. Fichajes reports that the Catalan club may need to sell players to fund new arrivals, with Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni reportedly among their targets.
With the January window still ahead, the latest gossip suggests that several major clubs are already assessing potential moves. For Chelsea, Scott, Khusanov and Scalvini are among the names to watch, while developments involving Olmo, Bellingham, Morton, Alisson and Bastoni could shape the wider transfer market in the months ahead.
