Bournemouth striker Junior Kroupi is a player Arsenal hold an interest in among many young players but any move would set the club back a potential record fee
Arsenal are interested in Bournemouth forward Junior Kroupi, football.london understands.
The French under-21s centre-forward, who can also play as a second striker, has enjoyed an excellent season for the Cherries, drawing interest from a host of top clubs, including the Gunners.
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Ethan Nwaneri, football.london understands, is another attacking player attracting plenty of interest from clubs in England and on the continent, with Borussia Dortmund maintaining their keenness on the player from last summer.
With the chance of several attacking players leaving, Arsenal are looking at several offensive signings, including on their left-hand side and in attacking midfield.
There is also an emphasis on looking at younger players with a high ceiling and the ability to provide immediate impact and quality. Kroupi fits this perfectly, having bagged 11 Premier League goals in 29 games this season, including scoring against Arsenal both home and away this season.
Kroupi possesses good technical ability combined with the strength best associated with successful forwards in the English top flight. He is able to effectively hold off defensive opponents, while then beating his man and creating an attacking opportunity.
Creativity is an area needing improvement, having earned zero assists so far and sitting in the lower percentiles for chances created compared to other strikers in the Premier League. But at just 19 years of age, there is plenty of improvement to come, and Arsenal have identified the player as one possible candidate to join the club.
However, Bournemouth are expected to demand a significant fee and are under no pressure to sell, with Kroupi’s contract running until 2030. Any move could make him one of, if not the most expensive centre-forwards the club has ever signed if they decide to proceed with a move.
Exceeding the £56million paid for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in 2018, or possibly the £65million paid for Kai Havertz in 2023.
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