Junior Kroupi
BOU
Center Forward
Playmaking Forward
Jun 23, 2006 (20)
Right
5'10"
154 lb
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2026/2027 Premier League
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2026/2027 Premier League
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Returns to squad after injury
Kroupi (foot) has been named among Bournemouth's substitutes for Sunday's Premier League clash against Manchester United, marking his first inclusion in a matchday squad this season.
Analysis: Kroupi returns to contention after spending nearly three months on the sidelines with a foot injury sustained during preseason that required surgery. The 20-year-old forward has recovered ahead of schedule and could make his first appearance of the campaign against Manchester United, although his minutes are expected to be carefully managed. Kroupi finished last season as Bournemouth's leading scorer with 13 goals in 21 starts, and his return provides the club with an additional attacking option as he gradually works toward full match fitness.
Set for season debut
Kroupi is set to make his first appearance of the season during Sunday's Premier League clash against Manchester United after recovering from a foot injury sustained in late July, according to coach Marco Rose, per BBC. "The plan is to take him with us to Manchester and give him some minutes."
Analysis: Kroupi is finally ready to return to competitive action after spending nearly three months on the sidelines with a foot injury sustained during Bournemouth's preseason training camp in Austria. The 20-year-old forward required surgery and was initially expected to remain unavailable until November, but his recovery has progressed ahead of schedule, allowing him to resume full team training. Although he missed Thursday's Europa League victory over AC Milan due to his omission from Bournemouth's UEFA squad list, coach Rose has now confirmed plans to include him in Sunday's traveling squad against Manchester United and give him some playing time. The coach also praised Kroupi's attitude and impact in training, highlighting the attacking quality he brings to the team. Having finished last season as Bournemouth's leading scorer with 13 goals in 21 starts, the Frenchman could provide a significant boost to the club's attack. However, his minutes will likely be carefully managed initially as he works toward regaining full match fitness.
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