Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo is on the verge of completing a major transfer to Premier League champions Manchester City, in a deal worth close to £65 million.
Deal Details and Timeline
The final hurdle in the negotiations is the structure of the payment for the player's release clause. Manchester City are proposing to pay the substantial fee, which includes loyalty payments and agent costs, over a period of three years. Bournemouth officials are confident an agreement will be reached imminently, potentially as soon as New Year's Day, but certainly by Sunday at the latest.
On the personal side, terms are already understood to be in place. The 25-year-old Ghanaian international is set to sign a five-year contract at the Etihad Stadium, earning a basic weekly salary in the region of £150,000, with additional performance-related incentives.
Potential Squad Ramifications at City
The arrival of a new wide forward could trigger departures from Pep Guardiola's squad as he manages his options. The futures of young wingers Oscar Bobb and Savinho are now cast into doubt, with the manager potentially allowing at least one to leave.
Savinho, the 21-year-old Brazilian, has started eight games this season, scoring twice in the Carabao Cup. Oscar Bobb, 22, began the campaign in the starting lineup but has found minutes limited since October and is yet to score this term. Interestingly, Tottenham Hotspur, who are set to lose Brennan Johnson, are reportedly monitoring Savinho's situation.
Other City Transfer News
In a separate development, defender Nathan Aké has turned down the opportunity for a loan move to West Ham United. The east London club had identified the 30-year-old Dutch international as a target to strengthen their defence under new manager Nuno Espírito Santo. Aké reaffirmed his commitment to City by signing a new four-year contract in July 2023.
This potential transfer marks a significant step in Antoine Semenyo's career, following an impressive season where he has scored nine goals in 17 league appearances for Bournemouth, attracting the attention of the league's top club.
