Tottenham eye Alex Scott with talks set to get underway at Bournemouth

Alex Scott is the latest midfielder to be linked with a move to Tottenham.

The Lilywhites have been linked to a wide range of star names linked with a North London move already this summer.

It is clear that reinforcements in the middle of the park are top of the shopping list at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Attentions could now turn to Bournemouth as the 22-year-old enters the ever-growing list of targets for Roberto De Zerbi.

The midfielder is a star and played a key role as the Cherries secured European qualification for the very first time.

Scott could be on his way to Spurs this summer, although they face stern competition for his signature.

Alex Scott contract latest emerges after Tottenham interest

There is no shortage of links to N17 right now for various midfield talents.

That has amplified excitement surrounding the Lilywhites despite consecutive 17th place finishes in the Premier League.

It's safe to say that will be echoed even further should they land the signature of Scott.

The Englishman narrowly missed out on the World Cup squad this summer, but could be in for a busy few weeks nonetheless.

Sky Sports reported on Wednesday that Tottenham are keen on signing Scott from Bournemouth.

Manchester United and Arsenal are also interested and they have both made initial enquiries to the Cherries.

Marco Rose's side don't want to sell their number eight as talks have been held over a new contract at the Vitality.

That could only make De Zerbi all the more annoyed as his efforts to sign a midfielder continue.

Bournemouth likely to fuel Roberto De Zerbi transfer frustration

There have been so many midfielders already linked to N17 that it is clear how important change is in that area.

The likes of Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes are the biggest names linked, but deals look likely to be difficult.

The same can be said of any talks with Bournemouth for Scott as they typically drive a hard bargain.

That may not go down well with De Zerbi, who has previous for walking out on clubs for disagreements in the transfer market.

The Italian left Brighton in 2024 reportedly due to differences with their owner Tony Bloom regarding the transfer policy at the Amex.

It feels as if that exact sort of issue could be on show in North London this summer if the head coach doesn't get his top midfield targets.

It is unclear whether he could once again walk from his job, but it will certainly be interesting to see if Tottenham can match his ambition.