Reports have now revealed where Tottenham stand in the race to land AFC Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo in the January transfer window.
Tottenham Hotspur remain in the race to sign AFC Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo, although they face stiff competition from other Premier League clubs.
Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester City also have the wide man on their shortlist, and with a clause in his contract, any side willing to put £65 million down is expected to land the Ghana international.
Reports from earlier this week stated that Tottenham are intensifying their efforts to sign Semenyo as the January transfer window edges closer.
Spurs fans, on the other hand, have expressed concern given the level of competition for Semenyo’s signature, with many supporters believing that the 25-year-old may decide against Tottenham.
Liverpool and Man City lead Antoine Semenyo race over Tottenham
Football Insider has now revealed the current favourites to land Semenyo in the winter window when his clause is set to become active.
According to the publication, while Tottenham remain keen on the forward, it is believed that Liverpool and Manchester City are the firm frontrunners to sign the winger in January.
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It is understood that the two clubs are the ones most prepared to trigger Semenyo’s £65 million release clause.
Manchester United have also been credited with interest, but it is believed that City and Liverpool are the ones better placed to secure a deal for Semenyo.
Why Spurs will struggle to sign Antoine Semenyo in January
Tottenham’s chances to sign Semenyo will be greatly improved if both City and Liverpool fail to place a bid for the 25-year-old in January.
At the moment, Man City and Liverpool are a more attractive option for the Ghana international, and if Semenyo is forced to choose between Tottenham and one of the two, the expectation is that he will go against Frank’s side.
Spurs have seen this unfold before, with Eberechi Eze opting for Arsenal even after Tottenham had agreed terms with Crystal Palace.
Even placing a bid first may not shift the situation for Spurs, because if City or Liverpool meet his clause within the two-week activation period, then the power shifts away from Tottenham instantly.