Liverpool have reportedly no plans to sign Antoine Semenyo in the winter transfer window, leaving Manchester City as favourites to land the winger’s signature.
Bournemouth are set to lose Semenyo in January, as he has a £65 million release in his contract with the South Coast club.
Semenyo favours a move to City, but the Cherries expect Liverpool to join the race as well.
Journalist Ben Jacobs now reports that Arne Slot’s side have no intention to rival the Citizens for the Ghana international.
Like Arsenal, they would only consider a move in the summer, which means Pep Guardiola’s side are currently the overwhelming favourites.
Understand Liverpool still have no plans to sign Antoine Semenyo for January.
Liverpool, like Arsenal, would only consider something for summer meaning if Semenyo goes mid-season it won’t be to Anfield.
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— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) December 28, 2025
Liverpool spent over £450m to sign seven new players last summer, but injuries and unavailability means they are short of options in attack at the moment.
Alexander Isak is expected to be out for a lengthy spell after picking up an ankle injury during the 2-1 win against Tottenham Hotspur.
Mohamed Salah is representing Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), and since the Pharaohs are one of the top favourites to win the tournament, he is not likely to return until late January.
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It was suggested that Liverpool may make a move for Semenyo, but they apparently have no plans to make additions in attack next month.
Hugo Ekitike has been leading the line in the absence of Isak. The France international has been excellent, scoring five goals in his previous four league matches.
With Cody Gakpo not fully fit, Federico Chiesa was handed his first Premier League start against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday. But the Italian failed to impress his manager by delivering a poor display.
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