Bournemouth’s Alex Scott has piqued the interest of Ireland fans in recent months with his impressive Premier League performances.
The 22-year-old midfielder has been a major part of Bournemouth’s steady campaign this year, with a late winner at the Emirates among his three Premier League goals thus far this season.
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Scott’s performances have been especially noteworthy for Irish fans as he is eligible to play for the Boys in Green.
Born in Guernsey, Scott’s grandfather Essie hails from Dublin, meaning that Scott could choose to represent Ireland at international level.
Judging by reports this week, Heimir HallgrÃmsson is not the only coach interested in acquiring Scott’s services, with both Manchester United and Chelsea said to be pursuing the Bournemouth star.
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Alex Scott linked with Manchester United
CaughtOffside reported on Wednesday that Alex Scott is a target for both Manchester United and Chelsea, with Bournemouth reportedly open to offers above £50 million for the up-and-coming star.
With Casemiro leaving an already woefully subpar United midfield this summer, Scott would appear a smart acquisition for Michael Carrick (presuming the ex-United midfielder does indeed continue in the job).
John Cross of the UK Mirror also reports that both clubs are interested in Scott, saying that United in particular have been taken by his attitude and ability to push play forward.
With Manchester United now almost certain to be playing Champions League football next season, this would be a massive step up for Alex Scott.
Curiously, his step-sister Maya Le Tissier is currently captain of the United women’s team.
Scott has a big decision to make this summer as to whether to remain at Bournemouth, where he has plied his trade for three seasons, or make a bold move to one of the Premier League’s big hitters.
He will also soon have a major decision to make regarding his international career.
Scott was called up to the England squad by Thomas Tuchel late last year without making an appearance, and has represented the country throughout his underage career.
However, Ireland head coach Heimir HallgrÃmsson is well aware of his Irish heritage, and admitted in a recent interview with The42 that Scott would be a “good player” to recruit.
It seems as though that will be a tough task, but stranger things have happened. We could yet see Alex Scott of Manchester United lining out for Ireland, depending on how the young midfielder chooses this summer.
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