Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly growing increasingly confident of landing AFC Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi this summer transfer window.
The North London club’s striker situation has become a pressing concern following Randal Kolo Muani’s return to Paris Saint-Germain after his season-long loan expired.
Spurs currently rely on Richarlison and Dominic Solanke as their main striking options, but both players carry significant question marks heading into the new campaign.
Solanke endured a frustrating time with injuries last term, managing only 12 starts across all competitions, severely limiting his contribution to the team.
Richarlison finished as Tottenham’s top scorer last season, yet his long-term future remains uncertain given he has entered the final year of his contract at the club.
TEAMtalk report that Tottenham have identified Kroupi as one of their primary attacking targets, with the club’s hierarchy prepared to spend significant money to get a deal done.
PSG had emerged as strong suitors for Kroupi following Goncalo Ramos’ move to AC Milan, but the teenager rejected the European Champions over fears of being second choice behind Ousmane Dembele.
With PSG now shifting attention to Ferran Torres, Tottenham have moved to the front of the queue, and Kroupi is said to find the prospect of joining Spurs hugely appealing.
Bournemouth are understandably reluctant to sell, with Kroupi contracted at Vitality Stadium until 2030, but the Cherries could reportedly be tempted by a fee in the region of £85m.
The 19-year-old had a stunning debut Premier League campaign, scoring 13 goals in 21 starts and demonstrating an exceptional instinct in front of goal.
Kroupi operates primarily as a centre-forward but is equally effective in a second striker role, combining pace, penalty-box awareness, and the ability to score from distance.
His performances last season were only glimpses of what he can offer, and analysts believe he holds the potential to develop into a truly elite-level striker.
Securing Kroupi ahead of next season would represent a major statement of intent from Tottenham as they look to rebuild their attacking options for the campaign ahead.