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Premier League club steps up renewal talks with Real Madrid midfield target – report
Real Madrid could face a tougher task than expected if they decide to pursue Alex Scott in January, with Bournemouth working to keep the midfielder at the club.
According to Bernabeu Digital, Bournemouth have not abandoned their efforts to extend Scott’s contract and want to reach an agreement before the January transfer window opens.
As reported before, the 23-year-old remains on Real Madrid’s radar as the club assesses possible midfield additions, although his current deal gives Bournemouth time to protect their position.
Bournemouth want to secure Scott before January
Scott is contracted to Bournemouth until 2028, meaning he is not immediately approaching the end of his agreement.
However, January will mark 18 months remaining on the midfielder’s current deal, increasing the importance of the renewal discussions for the Premier League club.
Bournemouth are therefore attempting to settle Scott’s future before the winter window, particularly with Real Madrid and other clubs monitoring his development.
A new contract would strengthen their position and potentially make any future approach significantly more complicated.
For Scott, the situation comes at an important stage of his career because at 23, he has already established himself in the Premier League and is attracting attention beyond England.
Mourinho’s Real Madrid face competition for Scott
Real Madrid’s interest comes against the backdrop of uncertainty surrounding their midfield.
The club has been assessing younger options for the future, and Scott’s profile makes him an interesting candidate.
However, a move to Real Madrid would represent a longer-term investment rather than an obvious immediate solution.
Jose Mourinho’s preference for experienced players could also influence the club’s thinking.
Scott may therefore be viewed more as a player to develop and integrate over time than someone expected to immediately become the centrepiece of the midfield.
Hence, it would not be wrong to assume that even if Scott signs an extension before January, Real Madrid’s interest may not disappear, but the financial conditions of any potential deal could change considerably.
For now, though, Real Madrid’s interest is a mere speculation rather than actual talks.
Real Madrid youngster Endrick continues to attract interest from several clubs ahead of another potential loan move in the upcoming January transfer window.
The latest side considering a move for the Brazilian forward is Aston Villa.
Indeed, according to reports relayed by Bernabeu Digital, the Premier League club are interested in signing the Real Madrid striker on loan in January.
No minutes for Endrick
Endrick has had very limited opportunities under Jose Mourinho this season. Across Real Madrid’s nine matches in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League, the Brazilian has played just four minutes, coming on in the 86th minute against Elche.
Such limited playing time has left the young forward struggling to gain the minutes and experience needed to develop his talent at Real Madrid.
As such, another loan move, like last January when he left for Olympique Lyon, could offer him a chance to play more regularly and continue his progression.
Aston Villa, managed by Unai Emery, have now emerged as an interested party to acquire the Brazilian international’s services on loan for the second half of the season.
AC Milan also interested in Endrick
Howver, Aston Villa are not the only club monitoring Endrick’s situation. AC Milan have also renewed their interest in the Brazilian forward.
The Rossoneri already held an interest in the 20-year-old forward during the summer transfer window and are knocking on the doors once again now.
In fact, some reports in Italy even go on to suggest that the youngster is ready to pounce on the opportunity to sign for the Serie A giants.
For now, however, there have been no concrete developments or formal approaches from any interested club.
Real Madrid are understood to be open to allowing Endrick to leave on loan, but they are not considering a permanent sale as they still have a lot of faith in the promising attacker whom they signed from Palmeiras.
With Aston Villa and AC Milan both interested, the coming months could prove important in determining where the young Brazilian will continue his development.
