Antoine Semenyo is officially a Manchester City player following a deal which Bournemouth says is for a club-record fee.
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The move had been expected since late December but Bournemouth were able to hang onto their star forward for three games at the start of the January transfer window.
Semenyo has signed a five-and-a-half year deal that Sky Sports says could reach $86 million depending on incentives. Sky also says the deal includes a 10% sell-on clause.
Antoine Semenyo arrives at Man City after dream finish
Semenyo left Bournemouth on good terms, scoring late to give the Cherries a much-needed three points against Tottenham Hotspur at midweek.
The Chelsea-born winger is in the middle of a career year after scoring eight PL goals in 2023-24 and 11 last season.
He has 10 goals and three assists this season in the Premier League, but the numbers are just the tip of the iceberg as Semenyo does a great deal of work via pressure as well as in aerial and ground duels.
Semenyo gives Guardiola a different dimension for his wide players and can also cause headaches centrally with or in place of Erling Haaland.
What did Antoine Semenyo say about joining Man City?
From mancity.com
“I am so proud to have joined Manchester City,” said Semenyo.
“I have watched City over the last decade under Pep Guardiola, and they have been the dominant team in the Premier League as well as achieving amazing things in the Champions League, FA Cup and League Cup. They have set the highest of standards and it’s a club with world-class players, world-class facilities and one of the greatest managers ever in Pep.
“I have so much scope for improvement, so to be at this club, at this stage of my career, is perfect for me. It’s a real privilege to be here. My best football is yet to come, I am sure of that. And City are in a great position – still involved in four competitions. I really feel I can help them have a strong second half of the season. The Etihad is my new home. I can’t wait to play in front of the fans here and I hope to show everyone what I can do.”
