Arsenal have now shortlisted a “sensational” Premier League forward for a potential transfer swoop, as they continue to gear up for a big summer transfer window.
Arteta set to bolster attacking options
Injuries have no doubt hindered Mikel Arteta’s side in their pursuit of the Premier League title, with Bukayo Saka’s spell on the sidelines arguably of the most significance, given a lack of depth in the squad.
Given that he has only just turned 18, Ethan Nwaneri has done a good job filling in for Saka, scoring three Premier League goals, but inexperience is not an ideal quality in a title race, as Arteta’s side have discovered in the past.
As such, Arteta is keen on bolstering his attacking options in the summer transfer window, with Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Matheus Cunha of interest at striker, while versatile Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman is also well-liked.
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Both Cunha and Lookman have Premier League experience, as does another winger who has now emerged as a target, with a report from TEAMtalk revealing Arsenal have now shortlisted AFC Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo ahead of what could be a big summer transfer window.
Semenyo could potentially be targeted as a cheaper alternative to Bryan Mbeumo, given that he is valued at around £34-42m, while the Brentford star has an asking price of around £50m.
However, there could be stiff competition for Semenyo’s signature this summer, with Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur also being linked with moves, given his impressive performances for a Bournemouth side pushing to qualify for Europe this season.
“Sensational” Semenyo may now be entering his prime
It has been a steady rise to the top for the Chelsea-born winger, spending time out on loan at the likes of Bath City and Newport County before impressing in the Championship with Bristol City and eventually working his way up to the Premier League.
There are signs the 25-year-old may now be entering his prime, as this season he has recorded his best numbers to date since signing for the Cherries, having regularly weighed in with goals and assists.
|
Season |
Appearances (all competitions) |
Goals |
Assists |
|
2022-23 |
11 |
1 |
0 |
|
2023-24 |
36 |
8 |
2 |
|
2024-25 |
32 |
9 |
5 |
The Ghanaian, who Arteta is a big fan of, has been described as “sensational” by members of the media this season, and he is showing signs he could be ready to take yet another step-up in his career by moving to the Emirates Stadium.
That said, it could be wise to target Mbeumo as a priority, given that the Cameroon international has proven himself in the top flight over a longer period than Semenyo, and he has been in remarkable form this season, with 20 goal contributions to his name in the Premier League.
