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Man City Bolster Attack with Signing of Bournemouth Star Antoine Semenyo

Manchester City have completed the signing of forward Antoine Semenyo from AFC Bournemouth on a long-term deal. The 26-year-old Ghana international, who has scored 10 goals this season, will be available for selection immediately. Semenyo expressed his pride at joining the club he has watched dominate under Pep Guardiola. He believes his best football is ahead and aims to help City in their pursuit of four trophies this season.

Key Points: Man City Sign Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth

  • Five-and-a-half-year contract until 2031
  • Scored 10 goals this season
  • Available immediately for City
  • Eligible for Carabao Cup semi-final
  • Joins a club competing in four competitions
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Manchester City sign Antoine Semenyo from AFC Bournemouth

Manchester City sign forward Antoine Semenyo from AFC Bournemouth on a long-term contract. The Ghana international aims to help City in four competitions.

"I am so proud to have joined Manchester City... My best football is yet to come. - Antoine Semenyo"

Manchester, Jan 9

Three times Premier League champions Manchester City on Friday secured the signing of AFC Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo, strengthening their attacking options midway through the ongoing season. The Ghana international has been roped in on a five-and-a-half-year contract that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2031.

Semenyo has enjoyed a meteoric rise to become one of the Premier League's most feared forwards. He is on a golden patch in the ongoing season and has scored 10 goals so far. The 26-year-old has been among the best attackers in English football this season. Semenyo will be available to feature immediately for City and is also eligible to play in next Tuesday's Carabao Cup semi-final first-leg at Newcastle.

"I am so proud to have joined Manchester City. I have watched City over the last decade under Pep Guardiola, and they have been the dominant team in the Premier League as well as achieving amazing things in the Champions League, FA Cup and League Cup," said Semenyo on joining Manchester City.

"They have set the highest of standards, and it's a club with world-class players, world-class facilities and one of the greatest managers ever in Pep," he added.

Semenyo also hinted at further improvement as he joins his new club. The forward also said that he cannot wait to play in front of the Manchester City fans. "I have so much scope for improvement, so to be at this club, at this stage of my career, is perfect for me. It's a real privilege to be here. My best football is yet to come, I am sure of that. And City are in a great position, still involved in four competitions. I really feel I can help them have a strong second half of the season," he said.

"The Etihad is my new home. I can't wait to play in front of the fans here, and I hope to show everyone what I can do," he added.

- IANS

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Sarah B
Interesting move. Semenyo has been brilliant for Bournemouth. But honestly, with City's squad depth, will he get enough playing time? Sometimes these big moves stall a player's career. Hope he proves me wrong!
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Vikram M
Another African talent making it big! Ghana produces such quality players. Meanwhile, our Indian Super League needs to focus on developing young Indian forwards who can dream of such transfers one day. The gap is huge.
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Priya S
Pep Guardiola's eye for talent is unmatched. Semenyo's work rate is phenomenal. As a City fan from Mumbai, I'm thrilled! Can't wait to see him in sky blue. The title race just got more interesting! 💙
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Rohit P
Good for him, but the financial power of these top clubs is crazy. A five-and-a-half-year contract until 2031! That's some long-term security. Meanwhile, our domestic players struggle with one-year deals. The football world is unequal.
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Michael C
Solid business by City. He's in great form and adds depth. The article says he's eligible for the Carabao Cup semi-final immediately—that could be a decisive factor. Smart timing for the transfer.

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