Tottenham are weighing up their next move for Antoine Semenyo, but one Premier League club has emerged as the frontrunner to land the Bournemouth star.
Tottenham Hotspur were handed a major boost in their pursuit of Antoine Semenyo, with reports emerging that the Ghana international could be available for less than the fee quoted in the summer.
Spurs were not able to meet Bournemouth’s £70 million valuation for Semenyo, with the 25-year-old instead putting pen to paper on a new contract and remaining at the Vitality Stadium.
He has impressed this season with six goals and three assists in the Premier League, but it is believed that a clause in his contract is expected to let him go for £65 million in the winter, and for even less in the summer window.
Tottenham and Liverpool set for Antoine Semenyo transfer race
The Cherries could be waving their star forward goodbye soon, and reports have now identified Tottenham’s rivals in the pursuit of Semenyo.
According to TeamTalk, Liverpool are understood to be “ahead in the race” to sign Antoine Semenyo after learning of the conditions required for a transfer.
Arne Slot’s side are the biggest competitors to Spurs in the pursuit of Semenyo, but Tottenham are reported not to be backing down easily.
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Semenyo’s clause is set to become active in a fixed mid-window deadline in January, allowing Bournemouth some time to scout replacements, meaning Tottenham and Liverpool will have to act fast if they are to land the 25-year-old.
Spurs stance as Liverpool push for Antoine Semenyo
While both clubs are preparing for a winter battle, TeamTalk has also revealed that Liverpool are in prime position to sign Semenyo, as they are ready to meet the price needed to prise him away from Bournemouth.
It is claimed that Semenyo himself has a preference for Liverpool, and that has given Slot’s men added confidence.
Spurs on the other hand will not give up easily, with boardroom whispers indicating that they are “working tirelessly” on a bid, as they look to leverage their prior talks to build rapport.