Tottenham Hotspur have been strongly linked with a move for Antoine Semenyo, but has the arrival of Fabio Paratici changed things?
Fabio Paratici has since resumed his role as Sporting Director at Tottenham Hotspur following his reappointment early last week.
The Italian director is no stranger to Spurs transfer dealings, having worked closely with former club chairman Daniel Levy before serving his 30-month football ban.
Now back in the director’s booth, Paratici’s attention has turned towards building Thomas Frank’s Spurs squad, with the January transfer window expected to mark the beginning of his new chapter at the club.
Tottenham still tracking Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo
According to Dean Jones, writing for TeamTalk, it is understood that Fabio Paratici’s return to Tottenham Hotspur has not altered the club’s stance on Antoine Semenyo.
Tottenham were interested in the Bournemouth forward last summer but ultimately fell short in their pursuit, with the Cherries tying him down to a long-term deal until 2030.
Paratici’s appointment might have led many to assume that Spurs would redirect their scouting attention back towards Italian markets, yet Semenyo remains firmly on their radar.
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The Ghanaian international is currently valued between £80-100 million by Bournemouth, though that figure could shift depending on developments in the coming months, with murmurs of a release clause still circulating.
Sources close to Bournemouth have consistently denied the existence of such a clause, but scepticism persists within the game.
Several clubs are now believed to be probing the details of Semenyo’s contract, and Tottenham are among those exploring the full picture. It is understood that Paratici is prepared to take the lead should an opportunity to move arise.
Spurs face competition for Antoine Semenyo
Tottenham are not alone in their pursuit of the Bournemouth forward, with several Premier League sides also monitoring his progress.
The 25-year-old has started the season impressively, registering six goals and three assists in the league so far, a return that has not gone unnoticed by top-flight rivals.
Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United are reported to be among the clubs interested, with the Red Devils expected to provide serious competition for Semenyo’s signature should Tottenham decide to make a formal approach.