Transfer market activity intensifies as Barcelona and PSG target AFC Bournemouth striker
FC Barcelona are monitoring Eli Junior Kroupi as a summer acquisition while PSG seeks replacements for Gonçalo Ramos
Reports emerging from the transfer market suggest that FC Barcelona are tracking the services of Eli Junior Kroupi, a forward currently playing for AFC Bournemouth. The Catalan club is reportedly assessing the 19-year-old French striker with a valuation of approximately €80 million as they look to strengthen their squad under manager Hansi Flick.
Kroupi has established himself as a prolific goalscorer in the English Championship this season, netting 12 goals in 33 appearances. According to available reporting, the former FC Lorient forward is a significant admirer of Barcelona and would welcome an opportunity to join the club. The prospect of playing under Flick is cited as a key factor in the player's potential interest in a move away from Bournemouth.
Simultaneously, Paris Saint-Germain appears to be facing internal challenges that may necessitate significant movement in the transfer window. Manager Luis Enrique is reportedly under pressure to restructure the squad, specifically regarding players who have not secured consistent starting roles. Gonçalo Ramos has been identified as a candidate for departure, as he has yet to establish himself as a regular number nine for the Ligue 1 side.
If PSG were to offload Ramos, the club would be compelled to seek replacements in the open market to fill the void. In this context, interest in Kroupi has reportedly extended beyond Barcelona. Sources indicate that PSG is also monitoring the Bournemouth striker, potentially creating a competitive scenario for the player's future services this summer.
The situation remains fluid as clubs engage in preliminary discussions and assessments. While the reported valuation of €80 million provides a baseline for negotiations, the final financial terms and the specific status of interest from both Paris and Barcelona are subject to change. The player's current commitment to Bournemouth has not been officially altered, leaving the potential transfer as a matter of speculation rather than confirmed fact.
