Bournemouth are reportedly determined to keep hold of key players Rayan, Kroupi and Alex Scott this summer amid reported interest from Arsenal
11:42, 28 May 2026
Eli Junior Kroupi of Bournemouth
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Eli Junior Kroupi of Bournemouth has been linked with Arsenal(Image: Getty Images)
Bournemouth are reportedly intent on retaining three of their standout players despite mounting interest from Arsenal. The Cherries produced a remarkable run of form in the second half of the season to secure European football for the first time in the club's history.
Andoni Iraola steered Bournemouth to a sixth-place Premier League finish, earning a Europa League berth in the process, finishing just three points adrift of Liverpool, who sealed Champions League qualification.
Consequently, several of Bournemouth's most prized assets have already been linked with departures from the Vitality Stadium.
Eli Junior Kroupi, Alex Scott and Rayan have all found their futures subject to intense speculation over recent weeks, owing to their impressive contributions to the Cherries' success.
Multiple sources report that Bournemouth are intent on holding onto all three players this summer, despite apparent interest from some of the Premier League's most prominent clubs.
Meanwhile, Kroupi has impressed during his first full season in English football following his arrival in January last year, netting 13 goals in the Premier League. His performances have sparked speculation that Arsenal could target the 19-year-old, with several other clubs also reportedly circling.
Scott remains contracted to the Cherries until 2028, with reports suggesting the former Bristol City midfielder could be handed improved terms in a bid to ward off potential suitors.
Thomas Tuchel overlooked Scott in his 26-man England squad for this summer's World Cup, yet the 22 year old is set to feature in the Three Lions' pre-tournament squad for friendly fixtures against Costa Rica and New Zealand.
Manchester United have been linked with a move for Scott this summer as they seek to bolster their midfield options, with Atalanta's Ederson on the brink of completing a £38million switch to Old Trafford.
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Rayan only joined Bournemouth in January from Brazilian side Vasco da Gama and is tied to the club until 2031.
However, the Cherries will be acutely aware that the forward has an £87m release clause in his contract, which becomes active next summer.
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It is yet to be determined where Arsenal will look to strengthen their title-winning squad, with reports suggesting a left winger could be an area of investment in the transfer market.
Mikel Arteta and Co are currently preparing to face Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final this weekend, but it's not stopping rumours of the players who could move to the Emirates Stadium in the summer.