Ghana international Antoine Semenyo has shattered AFC Bournemouth’s transfer record with his £65 million move to Manchester City, marking the biggest transfer ever involving a Ghanaian footballer.

The Premier League champions triggered Semenyo’s release clause, with the pacey forward signing a five-and-a-half-year deal that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2031. He completed his medical on Thursday, a day before making his final appearance for Bournemouth against Tottenham Hotspur, and officially signed on Friday morning.

Bournemouth confirmed the historic deal on social media, writing, “We can confirm that Antoine Semenyo has joined Manchester City for a club-record fee. Everyone at AFC Bournemouth wishes you nothing but the best, Ant.”

Semenyo’s rise has been rapid. Born in London to Ghanaian parents, he began his professional career at Bristol City, with loan stints at Bath City, Newport County, and Sunderland. His performances caught the eye of Bournemouth, who signed him midway through the 2022/23 season.

During his time at the Cherries, Semenyo became one of the Premier League’s most feared forwards, scoring 32 goals and registering 13 assists in 110 appearances across all competitions. This season alone, he has scored 10 goals and provided three assists in the Premier League, cementing his status as a key player.

The move to Manchester City represents a major milestone in Semenyo’s career and highlights the increasing influence of Ghanaian players at the highest levels of European football.