Arsenal want Kroupi in January - Tuesday's gossip
· Sports · BBC Sport
Arsenal aims to strengthen their striking options by signing Bournemouth's 20-year-old French forward Eli Junior Kroupi in January, facing competition from Bayern Munich and Paris St-Germain. Manchester United has scouted Borussia Dortmund's 30-year-old forward Serhou Guirassy, 21-year-old midfielder Jobe Bellingham, 26-year-old midfielder Felix Nmecha and 24-year-old defender Daniel Svensson. Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen, 24, is keen on a move to Real Madrid, while Brighton also monitors 18-year-old Estoril defender Jordan Arnolin amid Barcelona interest. Sunderland will provide manager Regis le Bris with funds for January signings to improve the club's fortunes, and Nottingham Forest boss Oliver Glasner has received player backing after a training ground meeting.
Why it matters
Arsenal's pursuit of Kroupi could reshape their attack, while Manchester United's scouting of multiple players signals transfer strategy shifts across Premier League clubs.
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