Man City involved in positive talks to sign Antoine Semenyo

Bournemouth are increasingly confident that Antoine Semenyo’s move to Manchester City will be formally completed within the next 48 hours, following a breakthrough in talks over the structure of the deal.

According to journalist Ben Jacobs, discussions held on Monday were positive, particularly around how payments related to the forward’s release clause will be scheduled.

Semenyo’s contract at AFC Bournemouth includes a £65 million release clause, and while Man City could technically activate it in full, both clubs have been working to agree a payment structure that suits all parties.

This would allow City to spread the cost across instalments while still meeting the conditions required for the player’s exit.

Such an approach is…