Who is Alex Scott?
Alex Jay Scott is a young football prospect who plays for Bournemouth wearing the iconic No.8 jersey and England’s Under-21 team.
| Date of birth | 21 August 2003 |
| Place of birth | Guernsey, Channel Islands |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| Position(S) | Midfielder |
Early Life
Alex Jay Scott was born on August 21, 2003, in Guernsey, a small island in the Channel Islands. Growing up in a close-knit community, Scott’s early years were filled with a deep love for football. He began playing the sport at a very young age, honing his skills on local fields and often competing with older players in his neighborhood.
Scott joined his local club, St. Martin’s AC, where his exceptional talent stood out. Coaches and teammates quickly recognized his natural ability, work ethic, and footballing intelligence. Despite the challenges of living in a small island community, where opportunities for young athletes were limited compared to mainland England, Scott’s determination and passion for the game propelled him forward.
His family played a significant role in supporting his budding football career, encouraging him to pursue his dreams while remaining grounded. Scott’s childhood in Guernsey, surrounded by family and friends, fostered a strong sense of resilience and ambition that would later shape his journey as a professional footballer
Club Career
Alex Scott began his football career with Isthmian League side Guernsey, becoming their youngest-ever player at 16 after training with Southampton and Bournemouth. He made 15 appearances for Guernsey before transferring to Bristol City in January 2020. After initially joining Bristol City’s academy, Scott signed his first professional contract in March 2021 and made his debut in August 2021 in a 1–1 draw against Blackpool. His first goal came later that year in a match against Nottingham Forest.
During the 2022–23 season, Scott’s performances attracted interest from Premier League clubs, with manager Nigel Pearson valuing him at over £25 million. In February 2023, he won the EFL Young Player of the Month award and earned praise from Pep Guardiola and Jack Grealish after Bristol City’s FA Cup match against Manchester City. He was named EFL Championship Young Player of the Season, included in the Team of the Season, and won Bristol City’s Player and Young Player of the Year awards.
In August 2023, Scott transferred to AFC Bournemouth for a club-record fee of around £25 million. Despite joining with a knee injury, he made his debut for Bournemouth in October 2023. However, an MCL injury against Manchester City sidelined him for seven weeks, and he returned to play successive Premier League matches in April 2024, helping Bournemouth finish 12th under manager Andoni Iraola.
International Career
Scott received his first England U18 call-up in March 2021 and made his debut as a second-half substitute in a 2–0 win over Wales. Later that year, on 2 September 2021, he debuted for the England U19s in a 2–0 victory over Italy.
In June 2022, Scott was included in the squad for the UEFA European Under-19 Championship, where he scored an equalizer in the semi-final against Italy with his first touch after coming off the bench. He then started in the final, helping England secure a 3-1 extra-time victory over Israel to win the tournament.
Scott made his England U20 debut in September 2022 during a 3–0 win over Chile. In May 2023, he was part of the squad for the FIFA U-20 World Cup, starting three of England’s four matches, including their round of 16 loss to Italy.
On 22 March 2024, Scott made his England U21 debut, coming on as a substitute in a 5–1 win against Azerbaijan.
Achievements
Guernsey FC (2019–2020): Scott began his senior career with Guernsey FC, making 14 appearances in the Isthmian League South East Division.
City (2020–2023): In 2020, he joined Bristol City, where he made 83 appearances and scored 5 goals over three seasons.
Bournemouth (2023–Present): Scott transferred to AFC Bournemouth in 2023, making 31 appearances and scoring 1 goal as of October 2024.
England U18 (2021): Scott earned 1 cap for the England U18 team.
England U19 (2021–2022): He made 12 appearances and scored 1 goal for the U19 team.
U20 (2022–2023): Scott represented the U20 team in 9 matches.
U21 (2024–Present): He has 4 caps for the U21 team as of October 2024.
England U19: UEFA European Under-19 Championship winner in 2022.
EFL Championship Young Player of the Season: 2022–23.
EFL Championship Team of the Season: 2022–23.
EFL Young Player of the Month: February 2023.
Rising Star Award at the CI Sports Awards: 2022.
Bristol City Player of the Year: 2022–23
Net Worth
In an article by BBC Sports, Scott was said to have been signed by Bournemouth from Bristol City for £25m.
Social media handles
Instagram: @alexscott
X(Formerly Twitter): @alexscott
Facebook: Alex Scott
Frequently Asked Questions
Alex Scott Playing style:
Scott is a technical player and good dribbler, he has been described by Pep Guardiola as an “ Unbelievable player”
How old is Alex Scott?
Scott was born on the 21st of August, 2003.
Alex Scott height:
Scott is 5 feet 10 inches tall ( about 1.78m)
Alex Scott Stats:
For the 2024/2025 Premier League season, Scott has made 7 appearances ( so far) with 0 goals and assists.
Over the course of his career, the Guernsey-born player has only scored a total of 8 goals. Goal scoring is not his strongest forte.
Alex Scott Position:
Scott is an attacking Midfielder, he currently wears the No.8 shirt for Bournemouth — his shirt number is not determined by his position on the pitch though. This New York Times article explains it better.
Alex Scott Current team:
Scott Currently plays for Bournemouth.
Alex Scott Tottenham and Arsenal:
Scott is a lifelong Spurs fan, and as it is for all Spurs fans: they hate Arsenal and Vice Versa.
Who is the real Alex Scott?
The name Alex Scott is as common as a McDonald’s Franchise — it did not help that it is a unisex name too and it is not surprising many celebrities have the same name. The Alex Scott in this write-up is a Male Bournemouth player, not the Former Arsenal Player and now Sports Pundit.
Source: Footygazette.com
