Semenyo wants future resolved by 1 January

The Bournemouth attacker is eager to have his departure over by January 1, with a crucial 48 hours ahead of him.

Following discussions between his representatives and the Etihad club, Manchester City’s move for the player, who has a £65m release clause, is in an advanced stage, according to a report from BBC Sport last week.

According to what it is understood, Semenyo’s move to the Etihad will be wrapped up in the coming days of further discussions between the parties.

Semenyo’s future is open, however, until a deal is reached.

In fact, it’s still unclear whether Liverpool’s decision to pursue Semenyo in response to Alexander Isak’s injury.

Along with City, Manchester United, Tottenham, and Chelsea, Anfield is one of five clubs to have inquiries about the Ghana international.

Despite City’s accelerating, reliable sources have indicated that Liverpool still has an interest in the attacker with the transfer window set to open on January 1.

Even though Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes has close working relationships with the south-coast club, only City are the only club to have established formal club-to-club contacts with Bournemouth regarding Semenyo.

Semenyo wants the release clause mechanism in his contract to expire in the summer, so he can finish it as soon as possible.

Semenyo would prefer to play for Bournemouth for their first two games in 2026, against Arsenal on January 3 and Tottenham on January 3rd, before allowing him to leave.

On January 7th, Semenyo will turn 26 and it is known that he is at the height of his career.

In light of this, it is understood that he will prioritize a club that he believes will be best suited to compete for significant awards over time.