Bournemouth has announced the signing of 18-year-old French youth international Eli Junior Kroupi from Lorient. The agreement includes a loan arrangement that will see him remain at Lorient in Ligue 2 until the conclusion of the 2024/25 season to support his team's efforts to secure promotion to the top French division. Kroupi has impressed this season, having scored nine goals and provided two assists in 17 matches. He achieved the distinction of becoming the youngest player to play for FC Lorient when he made his debut against Strasbourg at the age of 16 years, 11 months, and 11 days.

Eli Junior Kroupi, an 18-year-old forward from Lorient, was initially linked with Bournemouth and Botafogo. According to RMC Sport, Bournemouth persisted and reached an agreement with Lorient for a transfer fee of 12 million euros, excluding bonuses. Kroupi is expected to finish the season on loan with Lorient.

Bournemouth are in talks with Lorient regarding the transfer of Eli Junior Kroupi, who has had a standout season in France's second division. Bournemouth, owned by American businessman Bill Foley, shares ownership with Lorient. They are considering this move due to injuries to their key players, Evanilson and Enes Unal.

Bournemouth is interested in signing Eli Junior Kroupi from Lorient. The negotiations between the two clubs are at an advanced stage. Kroupi, an 18-year-old forward, could be loaned back to Lorient until the end of the season if an agreement is reached. He has played 16 matches in Ligue 2 this season, scoring 8 goals, and is under contract until June 2026. His estimated value is 10 million euros according to Transfermarkt.