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Antoine Semenyo joins Manchester City on long-term contract
Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo from AFC Bournemouth on a five-and-a-half-year contract that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2031.
The 26-year-old joins the Premier League champions after an impressive spell at Bournemouth, where he made 110 appearances and grew into one of the league’s most exciting attacking wingers.
Semenyo has scored 10 league goals this season, drawing attention with his pace, strength and direct style of play.
Manchester City said the Ghana international will be available immediately and could make his debut in next week’s Carabao Cup semi-final clash against Newcastle.
Born in London to Ghanaian parents, Semenyo began his career at Bristol City, gaining experience through loan spells at Bath City, Newport County, and Sunderland before breaking through in the Championship.
His move to Bournemouth in January 2023 marked his Premier League debut, and under manager Andoni Iraola he flourished, recording double-digit goals in successive seasons.
Internationally, Semenyo has earned 32 caps for Ghana, including appearances at the 2022 World Cup. He is expected to play a key role for his national team at this summer’s tournament.
Speaking on his move, Semenyo said: “I am so proud to have joined Manchester City. They have set the highest standards in the Premier League and Europe. My best football is yet to come, and I feel I can help the team achieve success this season.”
City’s Director of Football Hugo Viana praised the signing, describing Semenyo as “a player with pace, power, and huge potential for growth.”
With his speed, creativity, and eye for goal, Semenyo is seen as a natural fit for Pep Guardiola’s attacking system. His arrival adds further depth to a squad competing on four fronts as City chase domestic and European glory.
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