It is a move that has been on the cards for some time, but Manchester City have finally announced their first signing of the January transfer window. City have today confirmed the signing of Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth. The Ghana international has signed a five-and-a-half-year contract with City. Listening to him speak, Semenyo is determined to take the next step in his career, which is great news for Pep Guardiola’s side.
Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth.
The signing of Antoine Semenyo was confirmed by Manchester City on their official website this morning. City also announced that Semenyo had signed a five-and-a-half year contract with the club. Sam Lee has reported for The Athletic that City signed Semenyo from Bournemouth for a transfer fee of £62.5 million.
Antoine Semenyo is a Blue! ✅🩵 pic.twitter.com/RmW5if0Ljj
— Manchester City (@ManCity) January 9, 2026
Speaking after signing for Manchester City, Antoine Semenyo has revealed that he is proud to have signed for City. He added that he is eager to continue his growth as a player at the Etihad. He explained: “I am so proud to have joined Manchester City. I have watched City over the last decade under Pep Guardiola, and they have been the dominant team in the Premier League as well as achieving amazing things in the Champions League, FA Cup and League Cup.”
“*They have set the highest of standards and it’s a club with world-class players, world-class facilities and one of the greatest managers ever in Pep.*”
“I have so much scope for improvement, so to be at this club, at this stage of my career, is perfect for me. It’s a real privilege to be here.”
“*My best football is yet to come, I am sure of that. And City are in a great position – still involved in four competitions. I really feel I can help them have a strong second half of the season.*”
Hugo Viana feels that Semenyo is the perfect fit for City.
Manchester City’s Director of Football, Hugo Viana, explained that City keeps track of players from all around the world. Antoine Semenyo was the player City wanted to sign the most, and his attributes as a player and person should slot straight into Pep Guardiola’s squad, he explained: “*We are constantly watching players all over the world. Antoine was the one we most wanted. He has shown he can perform in the Premier League, he is humble, hard-working, professional and totally focused on being a better footballer. He is ideal for us.*”
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— Manchester City (@ManCity) January 9, 2026
Antoine Semenyo has risen through the ranks and he is more than ready for his move to the Etihad.
To get to Manchester City, Antoine Semenyo has risen through the ranks of English football. Semenyo has played for Newport County in League Two, for Sunderland in League One, and Bristol City in the Championship. Eventually, Semenyo earned a move to Bournemouth. In 110 appearances for the Cherries, Semenyo scored 32 goals and added 13 assists. Over the past two seasons, Semenyo has firmly established himself as one of the best wingers in the Premier League. That form has earned him a move to Manchester City, and Semenyo looks ready to play for a club such as City.
The road Semenyo took to make it to Manchester City means that he has put in the hard yards to secure his dream move. It is also clear that the Ghana international is eager to further develop as a player. He is in the prime years of his career, and the hope is that he can grow as a player under Pep Guardiola. Playing under Guardiola, surrounded by quality players at City, should see Semenyo further improve.
Summary.
Manchester City were in desperate need of a player who could provide a consistent goal threat from out wide. They now have that after announcing the signing of Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth. It will now be exciting to see how Semenyo grows as a player at City. Based on the path that Semenyo took to get to City, he will be eager to succeed and has all of the attributes as a player and a person to become a valuable member of Pep Guardiola’s squad.