Liverpool push for Antoine Semenyo gains momentum after Fabrizio Romano drops update

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Antoine Semenyo’s fast start to the season at Bournemouth has sparked talk of a potential move to Liverpool.The Ghanaian forward has already racked up six Premier League goals and three assists, and there is growing belief that it could lead him to a bigger club sooner rather than later.Recent reports suggested fans should not expect anything to happen in January, with the summer window seen as a more realistic time for any deal.But that has not stopped speculation about an earlier move from building momentum.Fabrizio Romano, long regarded as one of the most reliable voices in transfer news, has now weighed in on where things stand between Semenyo and Liverpool.Antoine Semenyo being watched by Liverpool scoutsPhoto by Robin Jones – AFC Bournemouth/AFC Bournemouth via Getty ImagesSemenyo’s rise at Bournemouth has been steady, if not spectacular, since his arrival in January 2023.Liverpool supporters have drawn early comparisons to Sadio Mane, impressed by Semenyo’s pace, finishing ability, and intelligence on the ball.While those links may be premature, there is growing evidence that the Reds are keeping a close eye on the forward.Romano addressed the speculation during a Q&A on Threads. When asked about Liverpool’s interest in Semenyo, he replied:“They’re [Liverpool] following Semenyo progress closely, that’s for sure,” he wrote.While Romano did not suggest an immediate move was on the cards, it does add weight to reports that Liverpool have genuine interest in the striker ahead of this summer window.Why a move for Antoine Semenyo does not fit Liverpool’s needsSome Liverpool fans seem convinced Semenyo is exactly what the club needs right now, but we are not entirely sold on that idea at HITC.The Ghanaian forward has quality and would add something different to the squad, but considering the likely fee involved, he does not quite feel like a top-level signing.It might be wiser for Liverpool to use that kind of money on a high-calibre centre-back like Alessandro Bastoni or invest in an established talent such as Bradley Barcola.READ MORE: Florian Wirtz’s dad addresses whether his son regrets picking Liverpool over Bayern Munich