Fabrizio Romano clears up whether Liverpool are really about to hijack Man City's Antoine Semenyo deal

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Why do Liverpool fans want Antoine Semenyo to replace Cody Gakpo? Use the comment button on the bottom left to have your say However, things took a turn at the weekend after reports emerged that Liverpool could make a late hijack attempt for Semenyo.This has prompted transfer expert Fabrizio Romano into action, with the Italian taking to his YouTube channel to explain the reality of the situation ahead of a big 72 hours.Man City still confident of landing Antoine SemenyoDue to his ability to play off either wing and even through the middle of the attack, Semenyo could be the ideal attacker for Liverpool to add to their ranks.According to Romano, though, the Reds have still not taken their interest in the Ghana international to the next level, leaving City as clear favourites with days before the window opens.Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt – AMA/Getty ImagesREAD MORE: Marc Guehi state of play heading into January window as frontrunner named for Liverpool target“On this Sunday we had stories coming from England about Liverpool trying to hijack the deal for Antoine Semenyo.

“City remain convinced that Semenyo wants to join them, they remain relaxed about the situation. Liverpool are calling on the player’s side, agents, to understand the situation but at the moment it’s just about calls.

Man City have an agreement with Semenyo and they are talking with Bournemouth.” With Antoine Semenyo looking unlikely, which forward should Liverpool sign instead? Use the comment button on the bottom left to have your say Will Liverpool sign someone else instead?Liverpool are clearly interested in signing Semenyo, and this appears to be a case of trying to convince the player that his future is best served at Anfield.Should they do that in the coming three days, only then are they likely to approach Bournemouth.For now, it is hard to see that happening.