Arsenal transfer news: Eli Junior Kroupi has already decided his next career step

At a Glance:

• Arsenal are interested in signing Eli Junior Kroupi.
• Kroupi has his next move in mind.
• AFC Bournemouth set asking price.

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AFC Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi has been linked with a shock move to Arsenal in the summer of 2026.

With Kai Havertz struggling with injuries and Viktor Gyokeres flattering to deceive, it has been claimed by The Irish Sun that the Gunners are eyeing the former Lorient striker.

However, aside from Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City are also interested in signing Kroupi.

Furthermore, Ligue 1 clubs have held talks with the Frenchman’s agent to seal a deal. The report further mentions that the player has made his mind up about his future.

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Arsenal target Eli Junior eyes big move

Kroupi is believed to be keen on making a big move and testing himself at the highest level.

With Arsenal topping the Premier League table and readying themselves for the Champions League semi-final against Atletico Madrid, the update about the 19-year-old should be music to their ears.

Considering their target Julian Alvarez fancies Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain as his potential next destinations, Arsenal could land a brilliant alternative in Kroupi.

Eli Junior Kroupi: ’25/26 Premier League season	Stats
Starts	17
Goals	11
Assists	0

The youngster, who has bagged 11 goals in the league this campaign is yet to accept Bournemouth’s new contract beyond 2030, with talks around the deal considered to be ‘stalled.’

Bournemouth set Eli Junior Kroupi asking price

Arsenal’s attack has been criticised this campaign but a signing like Kroupi could potentially elevate Mikel Arteta’s side to the next level.

It is a testament to the highly-rated attacker’s incredible talent that Bournemouth have not felt Antoine Semenyo’s absence since his £62.5 million (via David Ornstein) move to Manchester City in January.

🚨 Manchester City to complete signing of Antoine Semenyo outside release clause. Deal worth £62.5m + £1.5m & 10% of future sale profit to Bournemouth. 26yo Ghana attacker to join #MCFC from #AFCB on 5.5yr contract – subject to medical today @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/UjT6ibsTLQ

— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) January 8, 2026

The report has claimed that the Cherries intend to bank a higher fee than how much they earned through Semenyo’s sale.

All eyes will be on Andrea Berta to see whether he makes the reported move come to fruition.