Overview
- Manchester City are viewed as frontrunners and are expected to make a formal approach when the clause activates in early January, with Hugo Viana leading talks.
- Reports say Semenyo wants the move wrapped up by January 1, while Bournemouth would prefer to retain him until the clause window closes around January 10.
- Arsenal assessed a summer move only, and David Ornstein reports the winger would have chosen them had they engaged firmly this winter; Tottenham’s renewed pitch was politely declined.
- Pep Guardiola declined to elaborate on the pursuit on Saturday, and outlets note there is no signed agreement between City and Bournemouth yet.
- Potential knock‑on moves are under consideration, with Oscar Bobb weighing an exit for minutes and fresh interest circulating around Omar Marmoush, according to multiple reports.