Three-time Premier League champions Manchester City have secured the signing of AFC Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo, enhancing their attacking options midway through the season. The Ghana international has signed a five-and-a-half-year contract that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2031.
Semenyo has experienced a meteoric rise to become one of the Premier League’s most feared forwards. He is currently on a golden patch this season, having scored 10 goals so far. At 26 years old, he ranks among the best attackers in English football and will be eligible to feature immediately for City, including in the upcoming Carabao Cup semi-final first-leg against 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 the club.
“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 improvements as he joins his new club. He expressed excitement about playing in front of 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.