Real Madrid Legend Impressed By 'Excellent' Antoine Semenyo in the EPL
- Liverpool legend Steve McManaman has expressed delight in Antoine Semenyo's progress as a player
- The Black Stars forward has been one the best players in the English Premier League this season with his impressive displays
- Semenyo, who has scored six goals already this season, helped Bournemouth beat Newcastle United last Saturday
Former Real Madrid and Liverpool player Steve McManaman has extolled the qualities of Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo.
McManaman has been left impressed with the improvement in his game play following his performance against Newcastle United.
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Semenyo has scored and assisted in AFC Bournemouth's last three matches in the FA Cup and the English Premier League.
The Ghana international has emerged as a transfer target for league leaders and McManaman's former club Liverpool.
However, the Reds will have to prepare around 50 million pounds to sign the ex-Bristol City player.
"Semenyo is an excellent player. He scores goals, creates chances and also assists as well," the Real Madrid legend said on Premier League Production, as quoted by Ghana Soccernet.
"He has developed and become a very good player for Bournemouth," he added.
His future at Vitality Park remains uncertain with top clubs including Newcastle United all interested in his services.
This season, Semenyo has scored six Premier League goals and delivered three assists in 21 matches, per Transfermarkt.
The 25-year-old was Bournemouth's Player of the Month for August and September following a blistering start to the campaign.
Why Semenyo would be good fit for Liverpool?
With interest in the Ghanaian growing, YEN.com.gh spoke to sports journalist Kwabena Osei Marfo on Semenyo's potential move to Liverpool.
"Liverpool is a big club and it comes with a lot of pressure. However, joining a team that is already doing well has its own positives because as long as the club is winning games, there will not be too much scrutiny on the player," he said.
"I am totally convinced about Semenyo's quality. Over the years we have seen him become a better and better player. From Bristol City to the Premier League, it is not easy to hit the ground running.
"But as we speak, he is Bournemouth's sixth all-time top scorer in the Premier League after just two seasons. I think his ability to play across all three positions upfront makes him an ideal fit for Liverpool. Should Salah leave, in Semenyo, they could get more, only that he has to add more goals to his game."
Semenyo and his Bournemouth teammates are preparing for the game against Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
Owen advises Liverpool to buy Semenyo
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that England legend Michael Owen has urged Liverpool to make a move for Ghana's Antoine Semenyo as Mohamed Salah inches close to leaving the club.
Salah has six months remaining on his current deal, and both the club and player have failed to agree on a new deal.
Saudi giants Al Hilal and Al Ittihad are reported to be interested in the forward and will lure him with a lucrative contract to move to the Middle East.
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Source: YEN.com.gh
