Antoine Semenyo Manchester City move hailed by Guardiola. Antoine Semenyo has described his move to Manchester City as a proud and defining moment in his career after completing his transfer from Bournemouth. The forward leaves the Cherries following a strong Premier League season in which he scored 10 goals and contributed three assists.
Speaking after joining Pep Guardiola’s side, Semenyo highlighted City’s sustained dominance over the past decade and the standards set by the club both domestically and in Europe.
“I’m incredibly proud to have joined Manchester City,” Semenyo said. “Over the last 10 years under Pep Guardiola, this team has been dominant in the Premier League and has achieved incredible success in the Champions League, FA Cup and League Cup.”
He added that City’s elite environment makes it the perfect place for him to continue developing as a player.
“This club sets the highest standards. It has world-class players, world-class facilities and one of the greatest managers ever. I still have so much room to improve, and being here at this stage of my career feels perfect. It’s a real privilege. The Etihad is my new home and I can’t wait to play in front of the fans and show what I can do.”
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City Officials Praise Semenyo’s Qualities
Manchester City’s director of football, Hugo Viana, revealed that Semenyo was the club’s top attacking target.
“Antoine was the player we wanted most,” Viana said. “He has huge quality—pace, power, two excellent feet and a real ability to influence games. Importantly, he also has plenty of room to grow and develop.”
Viana also praised Semenyo’s mentality, describing him as humble, hardworking and fully committed to improving as a footballer.
Guardiola Confirms Immediate FA Cup Involvement
Pep Guardiola expressed his delight at the signing and confirmed that Semenyo will be included in the squad for Manchester City’s FA Cup clash against Exeter, despite completing his move just a day before the match.
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“Everybody knows his quality,” Guardiola said. “He was extraordinary at Bournemouth, can play on both wings and uses both feet unbelievably well. He understands the Premier League, and although many clubs wanted him, he chose us.”
Guardiola added that the forward will be involved regardless of whether he starts.
“He will definitely be selected. I don’t know if he will start, but he will be in the squad for sure. We don’t have too many players, but he will adapt quickly because the group here is exceptional.”
