In midfielder Alex Scott, AFC Bournemouth have one of England’s most exciting talents.
Born in Guernsey, Scott began his career in the academy of south coast side Southampton, being released when he was 12.
He spent a year with the Cherries and was offered a contract at the club, but Scott chose to take time away from the game.
Scott signed for local non-league side Guernsey upon turning 16 and became the club’s youngest ever player when he made his debut against Phoenix Sports in August 2019.
He played 15 times for the side, who were competing in the eighth tier of English football at the time, before completing a transfer to Bristol City.
He signed his first professional contract in March 2021 before making his debut as a starter in August 2021, playing 77 minutes in a draw with Blackpool.
Scott played 39 times in the 2021/22 season, his first full campaign in the professional game, scoring four times and assisting twice.
His first goal came in a defeat to Nottingham Forest, tucking home from close range after Nahki Wells’ shot was well saved.
The English midfielder continued his fine form throughout the 2022/23 campaign, playing 49 times.
He helped Bristol City reach the FA Cup fifth round, falling to Manchester City. Scott’s performance earned plaudits from Pep Guardiola, who described Scott as an “unbelievable player.”
Scott was awarded Bristol City’s Player and Young Player of the Season awards as well as the EFL Championship Young Player of the Season trophy, earning a spot in the competition’s Team of the Season.
A regular at youth level for England, Scott was part of the squad for the 2023 FIFA Under-20 World Cup, playing three of the Young Lions’ four games.
He also won the UEFA European Championships with the under-19s team in 2022, scoring in the semi-final win over Italy.
He arrived at Bournemouth in August 2023 for an undisclosed fee, signing a long-term contract.
