Chelsea have emerged as the leading club in the race to sign AFC Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, with the Blues looking to bring him in as a potential replacement for Enzo Fernández.

Scott has attracted significant attention from Stamford Bridge this transfer window, and Chelsea are understood to be at the front of the queue ahead of any rival suitors for the young Bournemouth star.

The move signals Chelsea's intent to bolster their midfield options, with Scott identified as the primary target to fill the void should Fernández's future at the club come into question.