Talks planned this weekend: Liverpool aims to hijack Man United’s £75m move
Liverpool are reportedly preparing for discussions with Bournemouth this weekend over a possible deal for Antoine Semenyo.
The Ghanaian forward has become one of the Premier League’s most sought-after talents after a string of standout performances, and Manchester United are believed to be strongly interested.
Offside reported earlier in the week that United could move quickly to secure Semenyo before Liverpool make progress, but a new update suggests otherwise.
Liverpool are now gearing up for formal transfer talks with Bournemouth regarding the 25-year-old attacker.
According to Dave OCKOP, club officials from both sides are expected to meet over the weekend to explore the terms of a potential transfer.
Semenyo is thought to carry a valuation of around £75 million, and bringing in another top-level attacking option would be a strategic investment for the Reds.
The report also notes that Liverpool would still need to reach an agreement on personal terms with Semenyo—a key factor to watch as negotiations unfold.
What could Antoine Semenyo bring to Liverpool?
Semenyo has been one of the league’s most productive attackers this season, as shown by the total goal contributions below:
Player — Goals + Assists (2025/26)
- Erling Haaland — 15
- Antoine Semenyo — 9
- Igor Thiago — 8
- Joao Pedro — 7
- Bryan Mbeumo — 6
His explosive form comes at a time when Mohamed Salah appears to be declining for Liverpool, with the Egyptian possibly showing the effects of age.
Salah remains a club legend and one of the Premier League’s all-time greats, but no player can maintain peak levels forever. Arne Slot may now need to think about a long-term successor.
Semenyo looks like a strong candidate to fill that role, though he would also be a major asset for Ruben Amorim at Manchester United, where the project seems to be gathering pace.
United have already benefited from signing proven Premier League attackers like Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, and adding Semenyo would further strengthen their frontline.
