"Chelsea Enters Battle with Arsenal for £80m Sensation Eli Junior Kroupi as Bournemouth Star Sets New Premier League Record"

CHELSEA have reportedly joined Arsenal in the race to sign Eli Junior Kroupi from Bournemouth.

The 19-year-old has established himself as one of the most exciting young players in the this season.

Eli Junior Kroupi has emerged as a transfer target for Chelsea Credit: Getty Arsenal are also interested Credit: Getty

He made history on Tuesday by surpassing and as the highest-scoring teenager on his debut Prem campaign.

as were held to a 1-1 draw.

equalised in added time but it was not enough to keep in the title race.

as a result – and now they want to sign the versatile forward.

The Gunners have allegedly been monitoring Kroupi this term.

And the Daily Mail reports that are also keen.

However, Bournemouth insist he is not for sale.

It is believed that if Kroupi was put up for sale – which is very unlikely – the Cherries would demand at least £80million.

Despite his impressive debut Premier League campaign, the forward at the this summer.

Kroupi was contacted by the Portuguese FA because he qualifies through his mother and grandmother.

But he decided his international future lies elsewhere.

Speaking after the World Cup squad announcement, head coach confirmed the teenager turned down the approach because he wants to represent France.

Martinez explained: “Before the March gathering, we approached him.

“But it’s one thing to support players likely to wear the Portugal jersey, and the player’s wishes are another.

“In this specific case, Eli Junior Kroupi wanted to represent France, and we respect his choice.”