Tottenham target Bournemouth striker Eli Kroupi as De Zerbi builds

Tottenham Hotspur are sharpening their pursuit of Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi, the France Under‑21 international who netted 13 Premier League goals and became the first teenager to score against Manchester United, Arsenal and Manchester City, with his contract running to 2030. Kroupi's rise at Bournemouth has been meteoric. He broke the long‑standing record for most goals by a teenager in a debut Premier League season, and his strike in the 1‑1 draw with Manchester City on 19 May effectively handed Arsenal the title. Tottenham's activity this window reflects De Zerbi’s intent to reshape the attack. The club has already broken its own transfer records for Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali, signalling a shift from mere survival to building a bold, technically sharp side.

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Sports View describes Kroupi as possessing elite movement, composure in front of goal and the versatility to operate across the frontline. Such attributes align with De Zerbi’s preference for forwards who can rotate positions, press intelligently and exploit spaces between defensive lines. The chase is not limited to London. Arsenal, Barcelona, Manchester City and Manchester United are also reported to monitor Kroupi, underscoring his high market profile.

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Bournemouth is in a strong negotiating position, with Kroupi contracted until 2030 and no immediate financial pressure to sell. The player’s value has accelerated sharply, meaning any offer will need to match his long‑term potential. If Tottenham can secure Kroupi before the market becomes too crowded, they will add a proven goal‑scorer capable of impacting elite sides. Otherwise, the club risks watching another rival snap up the teenager and further widening the gap in attacking firepower.