Bournemouth have rejected two bids from Barcelona for French forward Eli Junior Kroupi, with both offers falling short of €100m. The Cherries, who finished 6th in the Premier League last season with 57 points (13W-18D-7L), remain resolute in their stance to retain the 20-year-old.
What happened?
Barcelona, seeking an alternative to Atletico Madrid’s Julien Alvarez, tabled two separate proposals for Kroupi, according to L’Equipe. The player, contracted to Bournemouth until 2030, has reportedly expressed interest in a move to Camp Nou.
Why does Bournemouth refuse?
The club have made it clear they have no intention of selling Kroupi, who scored 13 goals in 33 Premier League appearances during his debut season in England. His impact was pivotal in Bournemouth’s strong campaign, where they scored 58 goals and conceded 54, finishing 28 points behind leaders Arsenal.
What comes next?
With Barcelona’s pursuit rebuffed, Kroupi is expected to remain at Vitality Stadium for the foreseeable future. Bournemouth’s next fixture is a home clash against Crystal Palace on 20 February 2027, with the Cherries aiming to build on their recent form (DDWWD).
