Rio Ngumoha changed Liverpool summer transfer plans as Arne Slot learns of £75m asking price
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Liverpool youngster Rio Ngumoha has enjoyed a bright breakthrough season so farThe rise of Liverpool youngster Rio Ngumoha changed Liverpool's summer transfer plans, according to the latest reports.The Daily Mail claims Arne Slot's side considered a move for Bournemouth wide forward Antoine Semenyo in the recent summer transfer window, but didn't want to block the path of the 17-year-old talent.Ngumoha has made five appearances in all competitions this season, scoring an incredible late winner from the bench against Newcastle United at St. James' Park.READ MORE: 8 players could miss Brentford vs Liverpool amid Alexander Isak race against timeREAD MORE: Roy Keane accuses Jamie Carragher of 'games' over Arsenal's Champions League predictionAlthough Slot has been keen to manage his development, there's plenty of excitement surrounding the young winger.That being said, Liverpool have looked a little light in terms of options on the flanks in recent weeks, with the Reds among the Premier League clubs said to be keeping tabs on Semenyo.The report claims the Cherries would demand a fee in excess of £75million for the 25-year-old who has scored six goals and set up another three for his teammates in just eight Premier League appearances.Liverpool's interest is not at an advanced stage but they are one of several clubs monitoring the forward.
Semenyo is a key part of Andoni Iraola's side and the Cherries are under no pressure to sell their talisman in January.Bournemouth have already banked around £155m from outgoing players in the recent summer window, selling Dean Huijsen to Real Madrid, Illia Zabarnyi to PSG and Milos Kerkez to the Reds.The Cherries have made a strong start to the season and are currently in fourth place, harbouring European ambitions this season.The report claims a fee around £75million would bring Bournemouth to the negotiating table in the summer, with Tottenham and Manchester United keen on a move last summer.It has been reported the Ghana international has a release clause that becomes active in 2026, though those claims are unconfirmed at present.Chelsea and Bayern Munich are also said to be admirers of Semenyo, with the latter eyeing the forward as a replacement for Michael Olise, should contract talks stall.Liverpool's sporting sporting director Richard Hughes was the man who signed Semenyo from Bristol City in 2023 and still has a good relationship with the Cherries, which could prove key in any potential transfer talks.Liverpool sale knocks up to 60% off kits and merchThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreFanatics has slashed the price of Liverpool kits and merch with up to 60% off select items.For the latest news and breaking news, visit liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc.
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