Manchester United submitted a reported \u00a350 million approach for Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo during the opening stages of the summer window, only for the Cherries to decline the offer. Tottenham Hotspur also made an attempt to sign the winger following his 2024\u201325 return of 11 goals and six assists, but Bournemouth elected to keep their player.<\/p>\n
United had completed a separate \u00a362.5 million move for Matheus Cunha in early June and then moved to sign another attacker, a campaign that ultimately produced Bryan Mbeumo. United appear to have explored Semenyo as an alternative during those discussions, given negotiations with Brentford over the Cameroon international proved to be both long and expensive, ultimately concluding with a handshake over a \u00a371 million fee in late July.<\/p>\n
Bournemouth\u2019s refusal was influenced by Semenyo\u2019s stated preference to remain and continue his development on the south coast. His loyalty was rewarded with a new contract and a pay rise in July. While he is now tied to Bournemouth until 2030, Semenyo is still seen as a likely candidate for sale next summer. The Ghana international\u2019s new contract even includes an undisclosed release clause to help facilitate an exit further down the line.<\/p>\n
That clause gives United the option to revisit interest next summer if they choose. Any move, however, will have to account for the structure of Ruben Amorim\u2019s squad, where there no longer appears to be an obvious place for another high-cost forward after striker Benjamin \u0160e\u0161ko completed a new-look trio which cost over \u00a3200 million by the end of the summer.<\/p>\n
Recent speculation has also linked Semenyo with Arsenal and Liverpool. Semenyo is a self-confessed fan of the Gunners, a detail that could hand Mikel Arteta\u2019s side a boost should they decide to pursue a deal in the next window.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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