The Latest Key Asset for Bournemouth?
Plenty has been said about the Cherries' defensive strength even with a major overhaul in their backline, but it was an new forward who stood out in the game against Leeds.
The young striker was brought in to add cover for lead striker Evanilson in the team's offensive line, and it was his last-minute finish that secured the manager's team a crucial point on the road.
Kroupi scored an remarkable 13 goals in as many games for his former club last season, which assisted the club on their way to elevation to the first division in France.
Moving from the Ligue 2 to the English top flight was always likely to prove a difficult challenge and, as predicted, Kroupi has up to now been used only as an impact substitute.
His appearance at the weekend coincided with the Bournemouth embracing a go-for-broke approach, but his coolness to fire in during added time could become a valuable weapon for the team.
A reliable finisher will know where the net is at any level and he proved that with the way he found space and neatly tucked away when needed – a significant event for him.
Will Eli Junior get more minutes after his contribution on matchday? Perhaps. But it's clear, Andoni Iraola's side have uncovered one more component in Iraola's well-oiled machine.
