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Bournemouth's Junior Kroupi returns to training ahead of Manchester United match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 1:35 PM

Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Bournemouth's Junior Kroupi returns to training ahead of Manchester United match

Summary

Eli Junior Kroupi of Bournemouth has resumed first-team training, indicating a potential comeback against Manchester United this Sunday. The 20-year-old forward has been out since July due to a fractured metatarsal sustained in pre-season. Bournemouth manager Marco Rose confirmed Kroupi is training with the team but noted he will not be included in the UEFA squad for Thursday’s match against AC Milan. Initial concerns suggested Kroupi could be sidelined until November, making his return a significant development. He aims for competitive action at Old Trafford after leading the club with 13 league goals last season.

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Status Watch

•Kroupi out since July due to a fractured metatarsal.
•Returned to first-team training, eyeing Sunday’s match.
•Not on the squad list for upcoming Europa League match.
•Established himself as Bournemouth's leading scorer last season.
•His progress could boost the team's performance against Manchester United.

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1:35 PMYahoo Sports — Bournemouth receive major Junior Kroupi injury boost ahead of Man Utd clash

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Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi has returned to first-team training and could make his long-awaited comeback against Manchester United this weekend.The 20-year-old has been sidelined since July ...
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