Chelsea have entered a fierce multi-club battle by launching a surprise bid to trigger Antoine Semenyo’s £65 million release clause and bring the in-form Bournemouth forward to Stamford Bridge in January.
Chelsea have intensified the race for the Premier League’s most-coveted forward by launching a bold move to sign Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo.
The Blues are reportedly prepared to trigger the Ghana international’s £65 million release clause to bolster Enzo Maresca’s attacking options ahead of a crucial second half of the season.
This “audacious bid” marks a significant statement of intent as the club looks to navigate a mid-season injury crisis.
The 25-year-old has become the subject of an intense transfer battle involving Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpool, and Tottenham after a stellar start to the campaign.
With eight goals and three assists already this term, Semenyo’s stock has risen exponentially.
Former Watford striker Troy Deeney recently praised the forward’s remarkable development, stating: “I’m running out of words for this guy – he just keeps scoring. He’s developed into a top player.”
While reports suggest Semenyo may favor a move elsewhere, Chelsea’s aggressive pursuit aims to capitalize on a release clause that expires shortly after the January window opens.
The attacker’s versatility across the front line makes him an ideal target for Maresca’s system as the Blues look to solidify their Champions League ambitions.
As one insider noted, the Bournemouth star has reached a level where “top clubs must be looking at him.”