Arsenal have been handed a significant boost in their pursuit of Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi, with Paris Saint-Germain reportedly no longer in the race for the 19-year-old. According to Get French Football News, the French champions are not targeting Kroupi this summer, despite earlier speculation linking them with the forward.
Kroupi enjoyed a remarkable debut Premier League season, scoring 13 goals for Bournemouth and helping the club secure European football for the first time in their history. His tally set a new record for the most goals by a teenager in their first Premier League campaign, attracting interest from several top clubs including Arsenal, Chelsea, and PSG.
However, Bournemouth are reluctant to sell their prized asset, who still has years left on his contract. The Cherries are determined to keep Kroupi for at least another season, especially after losing manager Andoni Iraola to Liverpool. New boss Marco Rose will be keen to retain key players as the club prepares for European competition.
Arsenal, who lost the Champions League final to PSG, are looking to strengthen their attack. They signed Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon last summer but are still in the market for a striker. Kroupi is one option, though the Gunners are also targeting Morgan Rogers and Julian Alvarez.
PSG, meanwhile, are focusing on other attacking targets, including RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, who is also wanted by Liverpool. The European champions are not expected to make a move for Kroupi, leaving Arsenal and Chelsea as the main contenders for his signature.
