AFC Bournemouth are preparing to open contract talks with highly-rated youngster Eli Junior Kroupi as interest from some of Europe’s biggest clubs continues to intensify.
The 19-year-old attacker has been one of Bournemouth’s standout performers this season, attracting close attention from Chelsea and Liverpool, with scouts from several top clubs monitoring his progress. The Cherries are keen to act swiftly to protect one of their most valuable assets.
Kroupi joined Bournemouth from French side Lorient in early 2025 and has since developed into a key figure within the squad. His pace, finishing and composure in the final third have marked him out as one of the Premier League’s most exciting young forwards.
Club sources believe the French youth international has the potential to become a record-breaking sale for Bournemouth in the future, with internal valuations reportedly placing his ceiling far above previous outgoing transfers. As a result, discussions are underway over a long-term contract that would significantly improve his terms and reflect his growing importance to the team.
Despite mounting speculation, Kroupi is understood to be focused on his football and continuing his development on the south coast. Bournemouth, meanwhile, see him as central to their long-term project and are determined not to be forced into an early sale.
With the summer transfer window approaching, interest in the teenager is expected to grow, but Bournemouth’s priority remains clear: secure Kroupi’s future and maintain control over any potential negotiations.
Sources
- The Sun UK
- Premier League reports
- Player background from FC Lorient and youth international records
