Eli Junior Kroupi was the highest-scoring teenager in the Premier League last season, and many expected him to leave Bournemouth at the end of the campaign, with Arsenal among the clubs interested in securing his signature. The Frenchman enjoyed an…
Bournemouth has ruled out a January departure for striker Eli Junior Kroupi, according to Standard Sport. Arsenal has maintained an interest in the French forward to potentially replace Viktor Gyokeres, but the Cherries have no intention of authorizing a mid-season permanent transfer or loan departure.
Kroupi was the Premier League's highest-scoring teenager last season, helping Bournemouth secure Europa League qualification. Although a pre-season injury has kept him sidelined so far this campaign, Bournemouth expects him to contribute once he returns to fitness, likely delaying any Arsenal bid until the summer.
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