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Fabrizio Romano gives Antoine Semenyo and Liverpool hijack claim as deal in place
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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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“Transfer Twist: Semenyo Chooses Liverpool Over Man City”
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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.”
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Full confirmed list of Arsenal ins and outs in January transfer window as first deal announced
Arsenal transfer ins and outs as Mikel Arteta and Andrea Berta get to work in the January window
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta.
Arsenal remain in the driving seat to clinch the Premier League title crown this season – and they could strengthen Mikel Arteta’s squad to bolster their chances.
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Whether or not the right players are out there remains to be seen, but with Arteta enduring several injury blows already this season – particularly in defence – the manager will be keeping a close eye on potential targets.
The Gunners splashed the cash in the summer, bringing in the likes of Viktor Gyokeres, Eberechi Eze, Martin Zubimendi, Noni Madueke, Piero Hincapie and Cristhian Mosquera to the Emirates Stadium – so a loan deal might favour the club
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There could also be high-profile exits, both loans and permanent deals, with young midfield talent Ethan Nwaneri linked with an exit. Other youngsters could also make loan moves to get a taste of first-team football.
With that said, football.london takes a closer look at all the moves completed by Arsenal so far this January.
Read the latest information on injuries, suspensions and availability in the Liverpool men’s squad.
Injuries
Hugo Ekitike
Ekitike was unavailable for the clash with Fulham because of DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness). Arne Slot was asked whether he will be fit for the game at Arsenal on January 8.
Slot on January 7: “He has not trained with us until now and let’s see if he can today.
“I’ve said, I think, two or three days ago when we played Fulham that he is not going to be out for long but because games come so fast he is in between maybe training with the team or it would take him one or two days extra.”
Wataru Endo
The midfielder has been out of action with an ankle injury since appearing in the 3-3 draw at Leeds United on December 6.
Alexander Isak
Isak is facing a spell on the sidelines after undergoing surgery on an ankle injury that included a fibula fracture on December 22.
He sustained the issue while scoring against Tottenham Hotspur two days prior.
Slot on December 23: “It’s going to be a long injury. For a couple of months. That’s a big, big, big disappointment for him and as a result of that of course also for us.”
Slot did also confirm he is confident Isak will be able to play again during the 2025-26 season.
Giovanni Leoni
The defender is amid a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury at the end of his debut against Southampton in the Carabao Cup.
Slot on September 26: “He is not in a good place, of course, because he tore his ACL and it means he will be out for a year. Being so young and coming to a new country and playing so well in your first game… it’s very hard to take the positive side.
“There’s never a positive side – but you always try to look at a positive side and that is that he is still so young, so he has so many years still to go after he recovers from a terrible injury like that.”
Availability
Mohamed Salah
After featuring off the bench versus Brighton on December 13, the forward is now with Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations.
Salah scored in the group games against Zimbabwe and South Africa to help his country reach the last 16. They are next in action on January 5.
Suspensions
Conor Bradley
Bradley is one yellow card away from receiving a one-match suspension in the Champions League.
The Reds travel to Marseille on January 21 for matchday seven of the league phase and then host Qarabag a week later.
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Here’s the latest confirmed update on Noah Adekoya and his Liverpool move: Everything you NEED to know about Noah Adekoya as Liverpool complete transfer
Centre-Back Noah Adekoya Signs for Liverpool
🔴 Transfer Completed — Medical & Contract
✅ Noah Adekoya has completed his move to Liverpool from Burnley during the January 2026 transfer window. He confirmed the transfer on social media with a post saying “God’s plan” alongside photos of him signing his Liverpool contract. �
⚽️ The move has been reported by multiple sources, and it’s understood he has signed officially after completing any required medical and paperwork. �
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📋 Who Is Noah Adekoya?
Position: Centre-back
Age: 19
Previous Club: Burnley (where he came through the youth system)
Notable: He captained Burnley’s U18s and has been regarded as a strong young talent with leadership qualities and composure on the ball. �
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🏟️ Role at Liverpool
🔄 Adekoya is expected to link up with Liverpool’s academy/U21 setup initially, with the aim to continue his development and potentially break through toward the senior team in the future. �
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🧠 Medical Status
📍 While individual medical details (like injuries or fitness specifics) are private and not publicly disclosed, reports confirm that the transfer has gone through, which in football normally means the player has passed all necessary medical checks and cleared club evaluations before official signing. �
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