Barcelona have identified Bournemouth sensation Eli Junior Kroupi as a potential transfer target as they search for a new striker. While Julian Alvarez remains the top priority for the Spanish champions, the Catalan giants are actively preparing backup options should a deal with Atletico Madrid collapse.
Manchester United are reportedly weighing up a move for Bournemouth midfielder Tyler Adams as they look to add a third engine-room addition to their summer business. The USMNT international has emerged as a key target for the Red Devils, who are prioritising value for money after already committing significant funds to a major midfield overhaul.
Eli Junior Kroupi is said to be registering on Arsenal’s transfer radar, but Mikael Silvestre has told GOAL why the Gunners would be “different fish” for his fellow Frenchman if a big-money move away from Bournemouth were to be made. The talented 20-year-old is considered to be the hottest of prospects, with further progress domestically and internationally expected in 2026-27.
Chelsea have ramped up their summer recruitment drive by launching a formal £64 million bid for Bournemouth sensation Alex Scott. The Blues are testing the Cherries' resolve after the highly-rated midfielder reportedly rejected a fresh contract offer to remain on the South Coast.
The transfer window usually dominates the back pages during the summer, but that's rarely the case in tournament years as the market is forced to take a back seat. Business never sleeps, however, and several deals have gone under the radar during the 2026 World Cup. After five-and-a-half weeks and some 104 matches, the big event is finally over, which means attention can now turn to the comings and goings at club level.
Bournemouth have agreed a deal worth up to £25.7 million to sign Elche striker Alvaro Rodriguez. The Uruguay youth international is expected to complete a medical before signing a long-term contract, while former club Real Madrid are set to benefit from a sizeable sell-on clause.
Tottenham's summer spending spree could continue with Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi emerging as Roberto De Zerbi's preferred attacking target. Spurs face competition from Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain, while Bournemouth are expected to demand at least £80 million for the highly rated France Under-21 international.
Arsenal have seen an opening enquiry for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott firmly rejected as Mikel Arteta looks to bolster his engine room. Despite the player's soaring reputation, the Cherries have no intention of sanctioning a deal for one of their most prized assets this summer.
Manchester United and Arsenal are reportedly locked in a transfer battle for Bournemouth sensation Alex Scott, who has seen his stock soar after a brilliant Premier League campaign. The 22-year-old was a standout performer for the Cherries last term and narrowly missed out on a spot in Thomas Tuchel's England squad for the World Cup.
The Premier League fixture list for 2026-27 has been released. Arsenal will be looking to defend their title, while the likes of Manchester City, Liverpool and Manchester United have sights locked on the ultimate prize. Coventry are back in the big time after a 25-year absence, while several managerial changes mean that new eras are being ushered in across the division. Here, GOAL picks out the most notable matches from what promises to be another thrilling top-flight campaign.
The Premier League has announced a comprehensive suite of mandatory law changes and officiating guidelines ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. Developed in tandem with PGMOL and informed by an extensive annual football survey, the updates heavily target time-wasting tactics while refining the threshold for video assistant referee interventions.
Liverpool have announced the appointment of Andoni Iraola as the club's new head coach. The Spaniard arrives at Anfield to take the reins ahead of the 2026-27 campaign following the departure of Arne Slot.
Paris Saint-Germain have identified a promising Premier League talent as the ideal long-term successor to Ousmane Dembele. Bournemouth sensation Eli Junior Kroupi has caught the attention of the French champions following the 19-year-old's impressive performances in England, sparking intense speculation about a potential blockbuster return to his homeland.
Brad Friedel has - during an exclusive interview with GOAL - sought to play down expectations around “poster boy” Christian Pulisic, but considers four other players to sit alongside ‘Captain America’ in the USMNT’s “undroppable” pool. The United States are considered to be working with a ‘Golden Generation’ of talent as a home World Cup is taken in.
Liverpool are advancing in talks to appoint former Bournemouth head coach Andoni Iraola as their new manager following the dismissal of Arne Slot. Anfield sporting director Richard Hughes is spearheading the negotiations, with the club determined to finalise the agreement and make a formal announcement before the World Cup begins on June 11.
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