Barcelona join race for €70m-rated Premier League wonderkid

TL;DR

Barcelona is reportedly interested in signing Bournemouth's 19-year-old star Eli Junior Kroupi, who has scored 19 goals this season. The Premier League club has set a €70m price tag on the young forward amid interest from several top teams.

Key points

Barcelona interested in Eli Junior Kroupi
Kroupi scored 19 goals for Bournemouth this season
Bournemouth set €70m price tag on Kroupi

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Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi celebrates scoring their side's second goal from a penalty during the Premier League match at the Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth. Picture date: Sunday May 3, 2026. (Photo by John Walton/PA Images via Getty Images) | PA Images via Getty Images Barcelona have reportedly joined the race to land Bournemouth’s impressive young star Eli Junior Kroupi who has shone in the Premier League this season. Kroupi is still only 19 years of age but has scored 19 times for Andoni Iraola’s side in his first full campaign in English football following a £10m move from Lorient in January 2025. His performances have drawn interest from a host of Premier League giants, such as Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool. Barcelona can now be added to Kroupi’s list of admirers ahead of the summer transfer window, according to the *Daily Mail*. Bournemouth would like to keep hold of the teenager but are likely to sell if attractive offers arrive. Recent reports have claimed the Cherries have slapped a €70m price tag on Kroupi amid growing interest in his services. The Premier League side have made a habit of selling their best players in recent seasons – such as Milos Kerez, and – but have still been able to thrive in the English top flight. *Would you like to see Eli Junior Kroupi at Barcelona? Share your thoughts about the talented teenager in the comments below!*

Q&A

What is Eli Junior Kroupi's current market value?

Eli Junior Kroupi is valued at €70 million by Bournemouth.

Which clubs are interested in signing Eli Junior Kroupi?

Interest in Kroupi has come from Barcelona, Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool.

How many goals has Eli Junior Kroupi scored this season?

Kroupi has scored 19 goals in his first full season in the Premier League.