Tottenham Hotspur need a reliable goalscorer, and they are expected to reignite their interest in Eli Junior Kroupi after falling short in the summer.With their recent performances, Spurs have emphatically answered most of the questions asked of their squad, including their defensive solidity, ability to create chances and their mentality.However, the one area where they continue to be lacking is a top-class number nine who can find the back of the net consistently.Omar Marmoush and Dominic Solanke have scored just one Premier League goal each this term, and understandably, it appears that Tottenham are prioritising signing a striker in January.Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty ImagesTottenham will struggle to sign Eli Junior Kroupi in JanuaryEli Junior Kroupi has now returned to action for Bournemouth after missing the first couple of months of the season with a foot injury.The Frenchman’s injury prevented Tottenham from making an offer for him in the summer, and Spurs have been backed to reignite their pursuit of the 20-year-old in January.E. KroupiBournemouth – Premier League (2025 – 2026)Appearances33Minutes Played1690Average Rating6.80Shots33Shots on Target22Goals13Assists0Yellow Cards5Red Cards0Penalties Scored2Stats correct as of 2 November 2026.Football Insider have now said that the Cherries were demanding over £80m for Kroupi’s signature in the summer, and they are expected to ask for a similar fee for the forward in January.However, the former Lorient man is unlikely to leave the Vitality Stadium in January, with Bournemouth having no plans to sell their star forward mid-season.While Tottenham remain keen on his services, it is asserted that the Lilywhites ‘will struggle’ to complete a deal for the striker, as Marco Rose’s side look to climb up the table.Summer sale could be on the cards for KroupiSpurs are not the only ones who admire the 20-year-old, with Arsenal, Man United and PSG also credited with an interest in Kroupi.Transfer market expert Pete O’Rourke told Football Insider that the French forward could be on his way out of the South Coast at the end of this season.However, he added that Roberto De Zerbi’s side are likely to face major competition for the Cherries star’s signature.O’Rourke told Football Insider: “I would say next summer is more likely for Kroupi if he is to leave Bournemouth. A lot of clubs were interested in him in the summer, but his injury ended any chance of a move away.“Bournemouth were adamant they weren’t losing any of their top players and they did that with Kroupi and other key players in that side, they kept hold of them.“Obviously, they know if Kroupi comes back from injury and starts performing like he did last season, those interested clubs are going to come back for the young striker. I think there’ll be more than just Tottenham who will be interested in Kroupi.”READ MORE: Trabzonspor reignite Richarlison interest after Tottenham slash January price tagThe post Tottenham's chances of signing £80m Eli Junior Kroupi in January revealed appeared first on Spurs Web.