Éli Junior Kroupi fails Ivory Coast and targets the French team

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By: Manu Tournoux

Bournemouth: good news for Eli Junior Kroupi

Injured since the start of the season, Éli Junior Kroupi is getting closer to a return to the field with Bournemouth. Good news for Cherries supporters, who were able to appreciate the former Lorient striker’s promising debut in the Premier League last season. In his first year in the English elite, the 20-year-old scored 13 goals in 35 games.

Eligible to represent the Ivory Coast, whose father wore the jersey twice, the young striker nevertheless showed his preference for the French team at the microphone of DAZN. “I have always played in the French youth team. I was born in France, I started playing football in France. I can’t see myself going to a culture I don’t know! The French team is the goal. Have I already received a summons? I don’t know at all (laughs)”he confided.

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.