Popular football journalist Fabrizio Romano has been following in recent days the situation surrounding Antoine Semenyo, the Bournemouth star who, after a series of outstanding performances, attracted the interest of the biggest English clubs. Following contacts with Manchester United several weeks ago, the Ghanaian footballer ultimately chose Manchester City as his new destination. At the beginning of January, once his release clause becomes active, Manchester City will pay €65 million to sign the former Bournemouth attacker.
Manchester City were the most convincing in their approach. Semenyo received contact from United and, without major hesitation, rejected Tottenham’s attempts to bring him to London. Chelsea made inquiries, but the lack of direct agreement regarding the player’s future made it clear that Semenyo would not move to Stamford Bridge. As a result, it is now evident that Semenyo is a new Manchester City player.
Semenyo- players characteristics
With this signing, Manchester City acquire a player who is physically dominant and who has excelled this season primarily in the left-wing position. The Ghanaian attacker is also capable of playing as a central forward, where his physical presence and direct style could provide Pep Guardiola with a solution in matches where City struggle to score easily—particularly against deep defensive blocks.
Semenyo is an excellent wide player, and his development has led him to be a new Manchester City player as he was wanted by all top English clubs.
Semenyo on the pitch, playing for Bournemouth against Manchester City in a Premier League match.
He is not a typical winger for the Premier League since he is very firm with the ball in the run, he is fast, determined and very direct. He is running extremely fast and has great stamina. He is also very good at fast and long runs and is very good at pressing opponents.
He is also a very great finisher, which will help City in converting chances, especially against smaller teams. Since Semanyo is already a Premier League player who knows how to play against these teams.
His play is characterised by great strength, pace, and direct football. Creativity is not his strongest attribute, which makes it especially interesting to see how Guardiola will use him at Manchester City, and what tactical responsibilities the Ghanaian attacker will be given.
There is no doubt that Manchester City have secured an extremely high-quality player, one whose level clearly sets him apart from many rivals. Semenyo will be a major reinforcement for Guardiola’s side in both the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League, where he could play an important role in City’s push toward the latter stages of the competition.
The toughest rival City defeated in the race for the player’s signature was Manchester United, who attempted through various channels to convince Semenyo and his representatives. Nevertheless, the player chose to move to the blue side of Manchester, where he will fulfil his ambition to play at the highest level of European football.
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