Liverpool can have Premier League breakout star for £60m

Liverpool will be right there for his signature but face competition from Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea as well as Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid for Kroupi according to the report.

“Bournemouth is expected to open the door for the young striker in the €60 million to €70 million bracket,” the report reads. “The player’s long-term contract, running until 2029, significantly strengthens the club's hand at the negotiating table.

“The absence of any release clause allows Bournemouth to play the role of the "stubborn seller" to the fullest.

“[Liverpool] admire Kroupi’s tactical flexibility and his ability to play as a "False 9”, the report continues. “Liverpool seeks a name to add creativity to the attacking line in the post-Mohamed Salah era.”

Eli Junior Kroupi: Situation summary

Eli Junior Kroupi is a 19‑year‑old French forward who joined Bournemouth from Lorient in February 2025 for around €10–13m and has quickly become a key attacker in his first full Premier League season.

He is under contract until June 2030 and does not have a release clause, with Bournemouth exploring an improved “blockbuster” deal, which leaves them in a strong negotiating position.

Stylistically, Kroupi is a mobile, instinctive striker who stretches backlines, attacks space and finishes quickly, drawing comparisons with Kylian Mbappé and Sergio Agüero.

He thrives in Bournemouth’s high‑tempo, flexible attack, makes sharp runs, presses diligently and can play as a central nine or second striker, though he remains heavily right‑footed and is still developing his physical strength and final ball.

After a breakout campaign and rising valuations in the £50–80m bracket, he is attracting strong interest from Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester City and PSG, with Bournemouth likely to sell only for a huge fee this summer or else keep him as a flagship asset for another season.