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🔴 Breaking: Liverpool Hijack Semenyo Deal from Man City

Liverpool have pulled off a dramatic late twist in the transfer market by snatching Antonio Semenyo from under Manchester City’s nose, stunning rivals and fans alike.

Just when City believed they had wrapped up a deal for the explosive winger, Liverpool swooped in with a decisive offer, convincing both club and player to change course at the final moment.

⚡ Why Semenyo Chose Liverpool

Guaranteed regular first-team football

A key role in Liverpool’s attacking rebuild

Clear pathway to becoming a starter rather than rotation option

Semenyo’s pace, power, and direct attacking style are seen as a perfect fit for Liverpool’s high-intensity system, with comparisons already being made to a young Sadio Mané.

🧠 Pep Left Frustrated, Anfield Buzzing

Manchester City are said to be furious at the late collapse, while Anfield is buzzing after another bold statement signing that signals Liverpool’s intent to challenge on all fronts.

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“Anfield Heist: Reds Snatch Semenyo from Guardiola’s Grasp”

“Transfer Twist: Semenyo Chooses Liverpool Over Man City”

“Liverpool Strike Late as Semenyo Deal Flips from City to Reds”

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Antone Semenyo has been linked with several clubs including Liverpool, Man City and Man Utd.

Manchester City are aiming to wrap up a deal to sign Antoine Semenyo to avoid any late hijacks, reports suggest.

The winger has been one of the standout performers in the Premier League this season, scoring eight goals and recording three assists in 16 games. But with a £65 million release clause installed in his AFC Bournemouth contract, which is active from 1 January, he appears likely to complete a switch in the coming days.

Semenyo’s form has meant he’s been linked with several clubs. Liverpool have shown an interest and they’re now short in attack with Alexander Isak being ruled out for at least a couple of months after breaking his leg. There is also still some uncertainty ove Mo Salah’s future while the Reds need to find a long-term successor regardless.

However, it appears that Semenyo will be heading to Man City. It’s been suggested that Ghana international has already agreed personal terms with Pep Guardiola’s side.

According to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, any talk of the Reds trying to hijack the deal is off the mark. But given his availability, City want to try to agree a deal so they avoid any late surprises.

Romano said on YouTube: “Reports are mentioning Liverpool might hijack Antoine Semenyo. Manchester City want to be as fast to avoid any kind of surprise for the deal. What Manchester City will do next is to be in touch with Bournemouth, they will be in direct conversation to discuss how to proceed with this Semenyo deal. Man City will sit at a table and say we have a deal with Semenyo in place, we can pay the release clause of £65 million by January 10 or try to agree a different structure.

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“From Liverpool, they have always been calling. They called in November and again in December. Liverpool have always been in contact with people close to the player. Sources close to the player say his preference is Manchester City. But until the deal is signed, you have to be careful. We will see if Liverpool decide a late attempt. Calls constantly but never an official proposal.”

Liverpool have endured a difficult first half of the 2025-26 campaign, with their Premier League title defence already over. They sit 10 points behind leaders Arsenal.

The January window is an opportunity to strengthen but after spending circa £450 million in the summer, bringing in the likes of Isak, Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike, head coach Arne Slot says that Liverpool’s resources are not infinite.

“The outside world wants to believe we have unlimited money but that is not true,” the Anfield chief said. “You insiders know – and you are the only ones because the outside world only talks about our spending – what we have brought in [money] to spend. That is the way we work over here. You then have to accept that in certain games during a season you are short of a right full-back. But we are still able to win. I fully believe in that way of working by the way.”