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Arsenal are battling Man Utd and Man City for Premier League breakout star

Arsenal are among several Premier League clubs monitoring the progress of Eli Junior Kroupi following his breakthrough season with Bournemouth.

The 19-year-old forward has emerged as one of the standout young performers in the league this campaign, attracting attention from across the top flight.

Kroupi has scored 11 Premier League goals in his debut season, becoming the first teenager to reach double figures in their maiden campaign in the competition.

His performances have not gone unnoticed at Arsenal, particularly after scoring both home and away against Mikel Arteta’s side this season.

Those displays are understood to have strengthened internal interest, with the Gunners keeping close tabs on his development.

Kroupi’s rise has been rapid since joining Bournemouth from Lorient in a deal worth around £10 million.

The move was initially viewed as a long-term investment, but his immediate impact has elevated his status significantly.

He has also continued to progress at international level, earning recognition with France’s under-21 side as his profile grows.

Arsenal are not alone in their admiration, with Manchester United and Manchester City also credited with an interest.

That level of competition could complicate any potential move, particularly given Bournemouth’s strong position.

The south-coast club are under no immediate pressure to sell and are understood to have no release clause in Kroupi’s current contract.

That gives them significant control over his future and the ability to demand a substantial fee should formal interest materialise.

For Arsenal, the focus remains on identifying young attacking profiles capable of developing into consistent contributors at the highest level.

Kroupi fits that model, combining pace, movement and composure in front of goal with a willingness to take responsibility in key moments.

His performances against top opposition have further underlined his readiness to compete at an elite level despite his age.

Any move is still at an early stage, with Arsenal continuing to monitor rather than advance negotiations at this point.

However, with the summer transfer window approaching, interest in the French forward is expected to intensify.

Arsenal’s recruitment team will continue to assess whether Kroupi represents a viable option as they look to strengthen their attacking depth ahead of next season.

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