Transfer Market: Forward Eligible for Portugal Now on Radar of European Giants

Eli Junior Kroupi is enjoying a stellar season with Bournemouth. With records tumbling and his international future still undecided – he could represent France, Ivory Coast, or even Portugal (where his mother and grandmother were born) – the 19-year-old's career looks incredibly promising, as two European giants are now reportedly tracking him.

According to Sky Sports, Barcelona and Manchester City are closely monitoring the forward's performances. He has already netted 12 goals in this Premier League campaign – a record for a teenager.

The same source indicates that Catalan scouts have attended Bournemouth matches on multiple occasions. Kroupi is viewed as a long-term investment, especially with Robert Lewandowski's contract nearing its end, potentially leaving a void in the squad soon.

Sky Sports also reports that City isn't the only Premier League club keeping tabs on the player, who has represented France, his birth country, at various youth levels.

Last season, at just 18, Kroupi showcased his goal-scoring prowess by bagging 22 goals for Lorient in Ligue 2, a league they ultimately won. This season, he's in particularly prolific form, with four goals in his last five games, helping to propel Bournemouth to 6th place in the Premier League with three matches remaining.

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