Antoine Semenyo Becomes Most Expensive Ghanaian Player with £64 Million Move to Manchester City

Ghanaian winger Antoine Semenyo has made history by transferring to Manchester City from Bournemouth for £64 million, making him the most expensive Ghanaian player ever. The deal, finalized after negotiations that reduced the initial £65 million release clause, includes a five-and-a-half-year contract and the number 42 jersey for Semenyo. He expressed enthusiasm about joining Pep Guardiola's squad and contributing to the team's success across competitions. The transfer fee will be paid in installments over 24 months, with former club Bristol City set to receive 20% of any profit from the deal. Semenyo's move comes amidst interest from other Premier League clubs, including Manchester United, Chelsea, Tottenham, and Liverpool, all of whom he turned down to join City. Meanwhile, Manchester United is in discussions for a caretaker manager following the sacking of Ruben Amorim, with former players Darren Fletcher, Michael Carrick, and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer being considered for the role. Fletcher has been appointed interim manager as the club seeks a permanent successor for the summer. Additionally, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that the draw for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), which will feature 16 teams for the first time, will take place on January 15. Ghana's Black Queens, who won bronze in the last edition, will be in Pot 1 for the draw alongside Nigeria, South Africa, and Cameroon.