Antoine Semenyo is thought to be the ideal player for Liverpool amid continued speculation that he has been linked with a move away from Bournemouth. The forward has emerged as one of the Premier League’s hottest talents since joining from Bristol City. Liverpool aren’t the only ones praising Semenyo, with Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur also reportedly monitoring the 25-year-old.
Bournemouth have protected their assets with a £65m release clause that comes into effect next month. Capable of playing on either flank, speculation has increased over Semenyo and Liverpool following news that Alexander Isak is facing a spell on the sidelines. He has also been mentioned as a possible replacement for Mohamed Salah, whose name has been linked with his departure in January.
Former Premier League midfielder Jermaine Jenas believes Semenyo could fit seamlessly into Liverpool’s set-up and fill the void left by Luis Diaz rather than Salah.
“Semenyo would be perfect for Liverpool,” he told 10bet. “I think it’s more to deal with the departure of Luis Dias than to compensate for the possible departure of Salah.”
“I think Kodi Gakpo can be a little predictable at times and I think it would be nice to have a player with a little more dynamic edge on the left side.”
Jenas added: “I think Spurs are also a good option for Semenyo. But who else? He’s not going to Chelsea, he’s not going to Manchester City.”
“Yes, I think Liverpool and Spurs are probably the two best options for him.”
Meanwhile, speculation continues to swirl about Salah’s future at Liverpool. His outburst following the draw with Leeds United led to rumors that he could seek a departure in January.
Saudi Professional League clubs are reportedly interested in the Egyptian winger, and Jenas believes Liverpool should consider West Ham talisman Jarrod Bowen as a possible replacement.
He said: “So it’s about Liverpool. The one that stands out for me is Jarrod Bowen. Going to Liverpool instead of Salah. I think that’s more natural.”
“I still can’t believe they didn’t go and sign[Michael]Oliseh when he was at[Crystal]Palace. But I know they obviously felt they could get Salah for at least another two or three years, but it doesn’t seem like that’s going to happen.”
