PSG Eyes Bournemouth Star Eli Junior Kroupi Amid Arsenal and Manchester City Interest
The celebrations for back-to-back UEFA Champions League titles have barely ended, and Paris Saint-Germain is already linked with a move for the highly coveted attacker Eli Junior Kroupi. After a standout season at AFC Bournemouth, where he led the Cherries to a sixth-place finish and secured a spot in the UEFA Europa League group stage for next season, Kroupi seems poised to elevate his career. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, PSG has contacted Bournemouth to inquire whether Kroupi will be available for transfer this summer. The 19-year-old is under contract until 2030, leaving the decision to Bournemouth on whether to capitalize on his current transfer value or retain him as they prepare for European football. Notably, both Arsenal and Manchester City have also shown interest in Kroupi, indicating a competitive market for the young talent. Kroupi's impressive record includes: 13 goals in 33 Premier League appearances last season Versatility as an attacker, capable of playing centrally or out wide Previous experience in Ligue 1 through the FC Lorient youth academy Bournemouth is expected to demand a transfer fee upwards of €80 million, which could necessitate PSG moving several players to accommodate the fee and free up playing time. Players like Bradley Barcola, Kang-In Lee, and Gonçalo Ramos have all been linked with potential moves away from the Parc des Princes this summer.
Source: PSG Talk - 2026-06-01