Spurs ready £85m Kroupi move
Tottenham are reportedly preparing a blockbuster £85m bid for Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi, despite the Cherries insisting the 20-year-old is not for sale. According to Talksport, Spurs are determined to test the south coast club’s resolve as they look to add firepower to their attack under Roberto De Zerbi.
Kroupi has emerged as one of the most exciting young talents in the Premier League, and his potential arrival in north London would further signal Tottenham’s ambition following the club-record signing of Sandro Tonali. Bournemouth, however, are reluctant to lose their prized asset and are expected to demand a premium fee for the French starlet.
Salah to Atletico Madrid?
In other news, Atletico Madrid are reportedly lining up Mohamed Salah as a replacement for Antoine Griezmann. The Egyptian, 33, is currently representing his country at the World Cup but could be on the move this summer. Spanish outlet Fichajes claims Atletico see Salah as the perfect addition to bolster their attack, though any deal would likely hinge on the player’s willingness to leave Liverpool after a glittering spell at Anfield.
Wan-Bissaka eyed as White replacement
Arsenal have added West Ham right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka to their list of potential replacements for Ben White, should the England international depart this summer. Teamtalk reports that the Gunners are monitoring the 28-year-old, whose defensive solidity could offer a different dimension to Mikel Arteta’s back line.
Other gossip
- Crysencio Summerville is attracting interest from Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United. The West Ham winger, 24, is reportedly on the radar of several top clubs after an impressive season. (Caught Offside)
- New Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola will face an early test in holding off interest from Old Trafford and European clubs for Mexican wonderkid Gilberto Mora, 17. The Club Tijuana midfielder is regarded as one of the brightest talents in CONCACAF. (Teamtalk)
- Chelsea plan to offer a new contract to England U19 international Jesse Derry, 19, to fend off interest from Bayern Munich. (Football Insider)
- Wolves are keen on Croatian midfielder Niko Sigur, 22, after his World Cup exploits with Hajduk Split. (Sky Sports)
- Spanish veteran Dani Carvajal, 34, could join newly promoted Deportivo La Coruna after leaving Real Madrid. (Fichajes)
Key Takeaways
- Tottenham are ready to test Bournemouth’s resolve with an £85m bid for Eli Junior Kroupi.
- Mohamed Salah is being lined up as a replacement for Antoine Griezmann at Atletico Madrid.
- Arsenal are monitoring Aaron Wan-Bissaka as a potential successor to Ben White.
- Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United are all in the race for West Ham’s Crysencio Summerville.
- Youngsters Gilberto Mora and Jesse Derry are the subject of interest from top European clubs.
Quick Facts
Kroupi’s age: 20
Reported bid: £85m
Salah’s age: 33
Wan-Bissaka’s age: 28
Summerville’s age: 24
Mora’s age: 17