The future of football! Barcelona set sights on one of the Premier League's most talented players

Junior Kroupi could find himself in La Liga as early as this summer.

Details: According to Mundo Deportivo, Catalan giants Barcelona have joined the race for Bournemouth’s 19-year-old French forward, Eli Junior Kroupi.

• See also: Sporting Lisbon vs Vitoria Guimaraes: prediction, head-to-head stats and probable lineups — 04.05.2026

Reports suggest that Barcelona scouts have been tracking Kroupi since his days at Lorient and have been thoroughly impressed by his performances. However, Barcelona face stiff competition for Kroupi, with Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester United all keen to secure the young Frenchman's signature.

This season, Junior Kroupi has made 32 appearances for Bournemouth, netting 12 goals. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is estimated at €40 million, and his contract with the "Cherries" runs until 2030.

Reminder: Barcelona have already held talks as they search for an alternative to the Bastoni transfer