Overview
- Liverpool are monitoring Antoine Semenyo as a potential addition and long-term successor to Mohamed Salah, according to multiple reports.
- Mohamed Salah is set to captain Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations starting December 21, which could rule him out for at least three and up to seven Liverpool matches.
- Ghana failed to qualify for the tournament, leaving Semenyo available to play throughout the festive period and opening the door for uninterrupted January transfer discussions.
- Semenyo counts as association-trained for squad rules, and Liverpool could register him for the Champions League knockout phase without removing other players if they progress.
- Sporting director Richard Hughes previously signed Semenyo for Bournemouth after his £10m move from Bristol City, a link noted in reporting on Liverpool’s interest.