“A very talented young footballer” – West Ham may chase summer Bristol City deal: The verdict

This article is part of Football League World’s ‘The Verdict’ series, which provides personal opinions from the FLW writers regarding the latest breaking news, teams, players, managers, potential signings and more…

West Ham United are reportedly weighing up a summer bid for Bristol City teenager Alex Scott. 

The 18-year-old has caught the eye with his stunning emergence at Ashton Gate this season and, according to Hammers insider ExWHUEmployee on the West Ham Way podcast, he’s a player that the east London club are now weighing up a bid for.

But would be a good signing for West Ham? And do they need him?

We quizzed our FLW writers for their thoughts…

Marcus Ally

In terms of taking on a project of a player with a very high potential ceiling, Alex Scott would arguably represent smart business for any Premier League club in the summer.

Bristol City have taken care of their side of the situation, tying him down to a long-term contract and therefore ensuring that the 18-year-old will not leave the club for a reduced fee.

Scott has been a key player for the Robins this season and embodies a figure of hope at Ashton Gate, along with the likes of Han-Noah Massengo and Antoine Semenyo.

Nigel Pearson appears to be achieving gradual progress at the club, although cashing in on some of their more valuable players this summer could stall their improvement.

West Ham seems like a good fit for Scott, with the Hammers looking to deepen their squad to sustain a position in the Premier League’s top eight.

George Dagless

It’s certainly one to think about for the Hammers.

He’s still very young and you just don’t know what could happen with his development but the Irons can only work on what they see at the moment and that is that he is a