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Arsenal in fierce battle to sign Bournemouth star Kroupi

By on February 13, 2026

Eli Junior Kroupi

Arsenal are reportedly in a fierce battle to sign AFC Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi, as per TEAMtalk.

The Cherries signed the 19-year-old in the winter of last year, but he did not move to the Vitality Stadium until last summer. The youngster played as a rotational option during the first half of this season, but since Antoine Semenyo’s departure, he has been playing regularly in recent weeks.

He has already showcased his productivity this term, scoring eight goals in 11 Premier League starts. He has netted against Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal, and Manchester United, meaning he has the qualities to step up in big matches.

Now, TEAMtalk claim that Kroupi’s recent impressive performances haven’t gone unnoticed as he has started attracting a lot of attention ahead of the summer window.

Arsenal are keen on him and have been monitoring his development closely before making a potential swoop. Apart from the Gunners, Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Man Utd, Spurs, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester City are also plotting a swoop for him.

However, the report state that Paris Saint-Germain are the most interested in signing him and have been keeping a close eye on him since his time at Lorient.

The report state that although Kroupi has placed himself on the radar of several big clubs across Europe, Bournemouth have no intention of letting him leave, with his existing deal set to run until 2030.

Kroupi to Arsenal

Andoni Iraola’s side are even ready to reward him with a new mega deal. However, they might change their stance should they receive an offer of around £80m.

Kroupi is a centre-forward by trait but is also comfortable in the second striker role. He is quick, possesses the poacher instinct inside the box, has an eye for scoring goals from distance, and also works hard without possession.

Following Viktor Gyokeres’ arrival last summer, Arsenal currently have the Swede, plus Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz as the centre-forward options.

However, Havertz has continued to struggle with fitness problems, while Jesus has also had injury issues in recent years. On the other hand, Gyokeres has taken time to settle into the Premier League’s physicality.

So, Arsenal could do with signing a new striker, and Kroupi might be a shrewd acquisition should they eventually manage to secure his services.