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Why link sale to survival?

Premier League survival is incredibly lucrative, guaranteeing significant TV revenue and sponsorship deals. Bournemouth's condition links Scott's sale to securing this financial stability. They'd rather keep a star player to help them stay up, even if it means delaying a huge payday, as the long-term benefits outweigh the immediate transfer fee.

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Bournemouth will sell Alex Scott in January for over £100m, with conditions

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