Manchester City have made contact with Bournemouth over Eli Junior Kroupi, asking for information on the versatile forward's situation this month.
What's the latest on Kroupi's transfer situation?
The Cherries are said to want to keep the 20-year-old for at least the 2026/27 season under new manager Marco Rose. Kroupi has emerged as one of the most sought-after young forwards in Europe following his move from Lorient, and a player notably comfortable as a central striker, attacking midfielder or left winger.
How much will Manchester City have to pay for Kroupi?
Bournemouth are likely to be holding out for a fee in the region of £80 million and, crucially, holding all the leverage given Kroupi's lack of a release clause in a contract that runs until 2030. Manchester City's interest this summer also fits a wider pattern of business with the south-coast club, having already turned to Bournemouth once before for Antoine Semenyo in the January market.
What's next for Manchester City in their pursuit of Kroupi?
With Bournemouth showing no willingness to entertain a sale before Rose has taken his first competitive match in charge, any move for Eli Junior Kroupi looks unlikely to progress meaningfully before next January or summer at the earliest. As of now, Manchester City are currently 2nd in the Premier League with 64 points, 6 points behind leaders Arsenal, and have a next fixture against Fulham on 2027-02-06, with Rodri currently sidelined
