Transfer News LIVE: Semenyo Truth Emerges, Liverpool Plot Hijack, Man Utd Eye £39m Winger

Antoine Semenyo is the hottest property in the January transfer window, with his Bournemouth release clause sparking a frenzy among Premier League giants.[1][2][5]

Semenyo's Preferred Destination Revealed

Bournemouth's Ghanaian star, who has notched 8 goals and 3 assists in 17 appearances this season, signed a new contract last summer including a £65m (€74m) release clause active only in early January—until around January 10—to give the Cherries time for a replacement.[1][2][4][5] Reports conflict on his choice: one claims he's picked Liverpool as his top destination, with TEAMtalk stating the 25-year-old has "made it known" the reigning champions are first choice amid interest from Man Utd, Man City, and Tottenham.[1] However, David Ornstein of The Athletic reveals an immediate switch is likely, with Man City expected to formalize the deal soon, noting Arsenal might have been his preference if they'd pursued firmly—though they're not currently.[2] His national team coach Otto Addo hinted at a January move, but summer could see a lower clause.[1]

Club Interest Heats Up

Man Utd and Tottenham lead another narrative, with journalist Ekrem Konur reporting their battle "heating up," while Liverpool are also linked via direct Bournemouth contacts.[3] Sky Sports places Man City and Man Utd at the front, with Liverpool lurking.[5] Bournemouth prefer keeping Semenyo until summer and eye Ipswich's Jaden Philogene as a replacement, but his readiness to leave makes an exit probable.[1][2]

Context and Background

Semenyo, who joined Bournemouth from Bristol City for €10.3m in 2023 and extended to 2030, boasts a market value of €46-56m.[6][7] Liverpool's interest ties to Mohamed Salah drama, though David Ornstein says the club wants him to stay until 2027.[1] All suitors held talks, but City appear poised to trigger the clause.[2]

Expect explosive developments as the window opens—Semenyo's form guarantees a blockbuster move.[1][2][3]