Liverpool Shifts Focus to Antoine Semenyo Amidst Crisis, Backs Arne Slot
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – November 24, 2025 – Facing a deepening sporting and financial crisis, Liverpool has initiated concrete talks with Bournemouth for winger Antoine Semenyo, according to reports from Florian Plettenberg. Teh club is prepared to meet Semenyo’s reported €70 million release clause, though Bournemouth may seek to increase the price given Liverpool’s urgency.
The pursuit of the 25-year-old Ghanaian international comes as Liverpool navigates a challenging period, acknowledging decisions made earlier in the season were counterproductive to sporting objectives. Despite the current difficulties, Liverpool’s ownership has publicly reaffirmed its confidence in manager Arne Slot, granting him time to rectify the situation. Multiple English media outlets report Slot received a “boost of trust” from the owners.
competition for Semenyo is expected to be fierce, with other major English clubs also expressing interest.Bayern Munich is not currently considered a contender. Semenyo is currently under contract with Bournemouth until 2030.
Liverpool will look to begin a turnaround Wednesday against PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League, with the match scheduled to begin at 3:00 PM Colombia time.
“Of course there is a way out, especially with the quality of our players,” Slot stated at a press conference.”I think, regardless of whether you win or lose, if you make a lineup and make changes, when you look back you always think: ‘Where can we improve?’ Where can we adjust?’ But that is much more than doubting yourself.”
