Overview

• Multiple outlets, including talkSPORT, report Antoine Semenyo’s new five-year Bournemouth contract contains a release clause, though its exact terms are not disclosed.
• Football365 relays an X post claiming Liverpool now lead the chase, with alleged direct contact from Richard Hughes and a mooted £90m–£100m January fee versus around £70m in summer, but this is of limited verification.
• Bournemouth are widely reported to value the 25-year-old around £75–80m, a figure that would represent a club-record sale if met.
• Semenyo’s form continues to fuel interest after a career-best 11 goals last season and a reported six goals plus three assists in seven appearances this term.
• Liverpool’s recruitment planning is under scrutiny after heavy summer spending, a run of three defeats, and injuries including Alisson’s hamstring, with Manchester United visiting Anfield on Sunday.