Newcastle like Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi

Newcastle like Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi

Newcastle are interested in signing Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi, as the Magpies look to rectify their issues at the centre-forward position, per The Telegraph.

The Newcastle recruitment team likes the 19-year-old who has taken the Premier League by storm, bagging 11 goals and creating three big chances in 29 appearances.

The Toons are desperate for firepower up top, but mega-money signings Nick Woltemade and Yoane Wissa have not exactly set St James’ Park on fire this season.

Woltemade does not fit Eddie Howe’s tactics, something the club’s transfer team should have noted before recommending him as a signing.

He looks short of confidence, off the boil, and will likely leave the Tyneside outfit in search of a new lease of life.

As for Wissa, injuries hampered his start and made it difficult for him to get up to speed. There may yet be redemption for him next season.

However, Newcastle cannot afford to sit around and wait. The Magpies need a lethal forward to deliver the goods.