Liverpool Transfer News LIVE: Semenyo Deal Advances Amid Competition

Liverpool FC are intensifying their pursuit of AFC Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo ahead of the January 2026 transfer window, with reports of a potential £65 million agreement.[1][4][5]

The 25-year-old Ghanaian winger has dazzled in the 2025/2026 Premier League season, netting six goals and providing three assists in ten games for Bournemouth under Andoni Iraola, propelling them up the table.[1] Liverpool view him as a prime long-term replacement for Mohamed Salah, edging out alternatives like Michael Olise.[1] Fabrizio Romano has downplayed an immediate January move, stating Liverpool will remain "very calm" this window, with any deal more likely in summer as Bournemouth resist mid-season sales.[1]

However, conflicting reports suggest momentum building. Liverpool have reportedly reached an agreement with Semenyo and are preparing £65m (around Rp1.45 trillion) to trigger his release clause, active until January 10, 2026.[2][3][4] Bournemouth aim to retain him for crucial fixtures against Chelsea, Tottenham, and Arsenal post-New Year.[2][3]

The saga heats up with Manchester City as frontrunners—Semenyo prefers Pep Guardiola—but Liverpool could hijack via sporting director Richard Hughes, who signed him for Bournemouth from Bristol City in 2023.[2][3][5][6] Interest also comes from Manchester United, Chelsea, and Tottenham, all eyeing the clause.[5]

Bournemouth manager Iraola insists: “Antoine can play more with us, that’s better,” signaling reluctance.[3] Semenyo scored a consolation in a recent 4-1 loss to Brentford, fueling exit speculation.[5] While some urge Liverpool to pivot to cheaper, superior options, Semenyo remains the hot target.[7]

Updates on Joel Ordonez race and Federico Chiesa exit are pending, but Semenyo dominates headlines as Liverpool gear up for a dramatic window.[1][2]

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