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Barcelona continue keeping tabs on Eli Junior Kroupi, who is back from injury

Eli Junior Kroupi has recovered from a foot injury that has kept him out for around three months. The Bournemouth striker was linked with a move to FC Barcelona last summer, though it never came to pass. A new report…

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 8:00 AM
Barcelona continue keeping tabs on Eli Junior Kroupi, who is back from injury
Key Things to Know
  • Barcelona remain interested in signing Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi after his return from a foot injury.
  • Bournemouth previously rejected two permanent transfer bids approaching €100 million from Barcelona for the 20-year-old forward.
  • Kroupi scored 13 goals in 35 appearances last season before being sidelined for three months with a foot injury.
The Story in 60 Seconds

FC Barcelona are continuing to monitor AFC Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi following his recovery from a three-month foot injury. The 20-year-old French forward previously attracted significant interest after scoring 13 goals in 35 appearances last season, with Barcelona reportedly having two offers nearing €100 million rejected last summer before backing off due to Bournemouth's stance and his injury.

Reports suggest the Catalan club could pursue a permanent transfer for Kroupi next summer. Barcelona instead signed Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal as a backup option, while Raphinha has transitioned into a central striker role following the departures of Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres.

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