OFFICIAL: Man City complete signing of Antoine Semenyo

Cameron Smith

• Updated: 9 Jan 2026 09:08 GMT
• 4 min read

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Manchester City have officially completed the signing of Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo for a fee that could reach €73.7 million.

The Ghana international scored a 95th minute winner versus Tottenham Hotspur in his final appearance for Andoni Iraola’s side on 7 January and he has now finalised his long-awaited move to the Etihad Stadium.

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Antoine Semenyo

M (RL)

B'mouth

Antoine Semenyo

M (RL)

B'mouth

€51.6M

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€46.5M - €56.8M

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Semenyo was wanted by every top club in the Premier League following a sparkling start to the new campaign, but Man City quickly emerged as the favourites for his signature and he has signed a five-and-a-half year contract with Pep Guardiola’s team.

Man City were expected to trigger the former Bristol City attacker’s release clause, however they have instead reportedly opted to pay a fixed fee of €72m, plus €1.7m in potential add-ons and a 10% sell-on clause in order to secure better payment terms.

In the process, Semenyo has become Bournemouth’s most expensive sale in history and he has left the club having scored 32 goals in 110 matches for the Cherries.

The 26-year-old is set to compete with the likes of Jeremy Doku, Rayan Cherki, Oscar Bobb and Savinho for a starting berth at the Etihad Stadium, and his debut for Man City could come against Exeter City in the FA Cup on Saturday or versus Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday.

Antoine Semenyo completes Man City transfer

In an official statement posted on the Man City club website, Semenyo said: “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.

“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.

“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.

“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."

Man City director of football Hugo Viana added: "Antoine is a really exciting signing for the football club. He made it clear to us immediately that it was City he wanted to join. His enthusiasm for this football club has been clear throughout the process.

“He has huge quality. Two great feet, pace, power, a habit of influencing games and, importantly, real room for growth and development. I am excited to see the player Antoine can become in the weeks, months and years ahead.

“We are constantly watching players all over the world. Antoine was the one we most wanted. He has shown he can perform in the Premier League. He is humble, hard-working, professional and totally focused on being a better footballer. He is ideal for us."

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