Daily Mirror

TEEN’S SCOTT A SHOT AT TOP

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EXCLUSIVE BY JAMES NURSEY SPURS and Leeds have scouted Bristol City’s £10million-rated Alex Scott with a view to a summer move.

The 18-year-old (below) has made a name for himself at Ashton Gate, with 36 appearance­s these season.

Scouts from Spurs and Leeds were at the Robins’ win on Good Friday at Stoke.

The youngster has been playing wingback but his best position is as a creative midfielder or No.10.

Scott is under contract until 2025 but City are in wrestle to comply with EFL profit and sustainabi­lity rules.

Boss Nigel Pearson, preparing for today’s trip to relegated Derby, has a limited transfer budget as a result and is likely to be open top deals to attempt a promotion push next term.

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