Arsenal benefit as PSG withdraw from Kroupi Jr. transfer race
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 10:31 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Arsenal has gained an advantage in acquiring Eli Junior Kroupi as Paris Saint-Germain has withdrawn from negotiations. The 19-year-old forward from Bournemouth is now more likely to join Mikel Arteta's squad, as PSG stepping back opens the field for Arsenal's pursuit. This shift in the transfer comes amid various transfer rumors surrounding Premier League clubs. Other clubs, including Manchester United, have also made headlines by placing Iliman Ndiaye on their shortlist, and Jose Mourinho is reportedly interested in signing an Arsenal defender.
- •Eli Junior Kroupi is a 19-year-old forward from Bournemouth.
- •PSG has officially dropped out of the transfer race for Kroupi.
- •Manchester United are considering Everton's Iliman Ndiaye.
- •Jose Mourinho wants to sign Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori for Real Madrid.
- •This summer transfer market is seeing significant movements across Premier League clubs.
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