In Bournemouth's structure, there is an acceptance that players will leave, but there is also hope that this summer will be less disruptive than the last.
Published May 11, 2026 • Source: bbc.com
By Nizaar Kinsella (https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/topics/c999r12k905t)
Football reporter
In Bournemouth's structure, there is an acceptance that players will leave, but there is also hope that this summer will be less disruptive than the last.
Efforts are under way to renew midfielder Alex Scott's contract following his recent England callâup, despite recent links to Chelsea.
Attacker Rayan, who joined in January for £30m from Vasco da Gama, is understood to want to remain on the south coast and would prefer to avoid a move - even to one of the world's biggest clubs - at this early stage of his development.
There is, however, concern that forward Eli Junior Kroupi could yet be poached having seen interest registered from several Champions League clubs.
In terms of incomings, Bournemouth have made three offers to centreâback Marcos Senesi but still expect him to leave, making his replacement a priority. They could also look to add a centreâforward, particularly if Enes Unal departs.
Forwards Amine Adli and injuryâhit Ben GannonâDoak have yet to play substantial minutes after replacing £42.5m Brentford signing Dango Ouattara, while the extra games as a result of European football could also provide greater opportunities for £10m January signing Alex Toth.
Meanwhile, Bournemouth are unlikely to activate the £16m option to buy onâloan goalkeeper Christos Mandas permanently, which would mean either seeking a replacement or renegotiating on reduced terms with his parent club Lazio.