Overview
- Manchester City are pushing ahead after positive talks and multiple reports say Semenyo favours a move to the Etihad.
- Manchester United remain in contention, with David Ornstein describing City and United as the leading contenders and discussions ongoing with the player’s camp.
- Liverpool continue to monitor the situation and assess forward options, with interest dating back to November.
- Chelsea made an enquiry but decided not to pursue a deal, according to Sky Sports, narrowing the field to the Manchester clubs and Liverpool.
- The clause is widely reported at £65m (£60m plus £5m add‑ons) and active only in the first 10 days of January before dropping in the summer; Andoni Iraola says he hopes to keep Semenyo, who has eight league goals and three assists this season, but admits the situation is beyond his control.