Nigel Pearson believes Bristol City are in a position of strength when it comes to the futures of top young talents including Alex Scott amid reports linking Premier League giants Liverpool with the teenager.
The 19-year-old has been among City's best players for the past two seasons despite his inexperience, attracting interest from several Premier League clubs, with Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool the latest reported admirers of the Guernsey-born midfielder.
According to the Daily Mail, the Reds have entered the race to sign Scott ahead of West Ham United and Wolverhampton Wanderers, who held a significant interest in January but were put off by a £25million asking price. Tottenham Hotspur have also shown an interest in the player.