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Manchester City completed the signing of Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth on January 9, 2026. The Premier League champions secured the talented Ghanaian forward in a high-profile January deal.
The club agreed an initial transfer fee of £62.5 million. Potential add-ons reach £1.5 million. A sell-on clause ensures Bristol City receives a significant portion from their former player.
Semenyo signed a five-and-a-half-year contract. The agreement keeps him at the Etihad Stadium until June 2031. He expressed immense pride in joining the dominant force of recent English football.
The 26-year-old selected the number 42 shirt. This choice echoes the legendary Yaya Touré, who wore it during his trophy-laden years at City. Semenyo explained the number marked his professional debut at Bristol City and holds personal significance.
City beat intense competition for his signature. Rivals including Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United, and Tottenham pursued the in-form attacker. Director of football Hugo Viana highlighted Semenyo’s clear preference for the Sky Blues.
Semenyo arrives after a standout season at Bournemouth. He scored 10 goals and delivered three assists in 21 appearances across competitions. His explosive pace, physical strength, and ability to play across the front line made him one of Europe’s most sought-after talents.
