Manchester City are making a strong push to secure Antoine Semenyo’s signature, with Director Hugo Viana in direct talks with the player’s camp.
The Citizens want a final answer as soon as possible, but Manchester United remains insistent on signing the Bournemouth winger.
Liverpool is monitoring the situation, while Chelsea has dropped out of the race.
Semenyo’s £65m release clause is valid until January 10, and Manchester City is keen to trigger it.
Pep Guardiola views Semenyo as a different profile to existing options like Jeremy Doku, Savinho, and Oscar Bobb, and wants to bolster his frontline to support Erling Haaland.
The Ghanaian international has scored eight goals and provided three assists in 16 league matches this season, making him a prized target for top clubs.
With City, United, and Liverpool in the mix, Semenyo’s decision is expected soon.
