Premier League: Lead-up to the Cherries vs the Cottagers
A New Key Asset for the Cherries?
Much has been discussed about Bournemouth's defensive strength even with a major overhaul in their defense, but it was an offensive signing who stole the spotlight in the fixture against Leeds.
The young striker was brought in to provide depth for main attacker Evanilson in Bournemouth's frontline, and it was his stoppage-time strike that secured Iraola's team a important point on the road.
Kroupi netted an remarkable a baker's dozen in as many games for Lorient in the prior term, which contributed to the side in achieving moving up into the elite league in France.
Transitioning from the France's second division to the Premier League was always expected to be a hard task and, as anticipated, Kroupi has so far been used only as an super-sub.
His entry at the weekend was during the Bournemouth adopting a all-out attack strategy, but his calmness to slot home during stoppage time could become a key asset in future.
A reliable finisher will find the back of the net at every level and Kroupi showed that with the way he positioned himself and neatly tucked away at the crucial moment – a pivotal moment for him.
Will Eli Junior get more minutes following his impact on Saturday? Perhaps. But it's clear, Bournemouth have discovered one more component in the manager's efficient setup.
