Premier League: Build-up to Bournemouth v Fulham

A New Secret Weapon for Bournemouth?

Plenty has been noted about the Cherries' solid backline following a significant reshuffle in their backline, but it was an offensive signing who made the headlines in the game against Leeds.

Kroupi was acquired to provide depth for top scorer the Brazilian forward in the Cherries' offensive line, and it was his stoppage-time goal that earned the manager's side a vital point in an away fixture.

The forward netted an notable a baker's dozen in as many games for Lorient the previous campaign, which helped the club on their way to elevation into the elite league in France.

Moving from the French second tier to the English top flight was always going to be a hard task and, unsurprisingly, he has thus far been used only as an bench option.

His appearance at the recent match coincided with the Cherries taking a go-for-broke tactic, but his composure to rifle home during stoppage time could emerge as a key asset going forward.

A prolific striker will know where the net is at any level and the attacker demonstrated that with the way he found space and comfortably swept home under pressure – a significant moment for him.

Will Kroupi earn a starting role following his contribution on matchday? Perhaps. But without a doubt, Bournemouth have uncovered an additional piece in their smoothly running system.