Liam Duckstein
Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott is set to undergo surgery after suffering a displaced jaw fracture during Saturday’s narrow 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa in the Premier League. The incident, which occurred just seven minutes into the match at the Vitality Stadium, followed contact with Villa centre-back Tyrone Mings.
Remarkably, the 21-year-old continued to play through the first half despite the serious injury. However, the pain became unmanageable, and he was withdrawn at the break. Subsequent scans confirmed the fracture, with Bournemouth confirming on Sunday that Scott would undergo surgery to stabilize the injury.
“Scans have since revealed a displaced fracture and Scott will undergo surgery to stabilise the jaw,” the club said in an official statement.
Injury Setbacks for a Promising Talent
This latest setback adds to a frustrating season for the young Englishman. Scott had only recently returned to action after missing over three months due to a knee injury sustained in October, which also required surgical intervention.
Despite his limited game time, Scott has shown flashes of the promise that made him a highly regarded signing for the Cherries. His ability to play through pain illustrates both his resilience and importance to the squad.
Bournemouth’s Final Fixtures
Bournemouth currently sit 10th in the Premier League table and will look to finish their campaign on a strong note. They travel to face reigning champions Manchester City on May 20, before concluding their season with a home clash against already-relegated Leicester City on May 25.
Scott’s availability for these fixtures is in serious doubt, with his recovery timeline dependent on the success and outcome of the upcoming surgery.
Stay tuned for updates on Alex Scott’s recovery and Bournemouth’s end-of-season run-in as they aim to consolidate their top-half finish.