Chelsea have been linked with a move for 25-year-old Bournemouth attacker Antoine Semenyo but have ruled out a deal.

Antoine Semenyo is a target for Manchester City as well, and the player would prefer to join them. According to a report from The Athletic, the 25-year-old attacker is hoping to join Manchester City next month, despite interest from Chelsea and Manchester United. It will be interesting to see if Manchester City can get the deal across the line.

The Citizens could use more quality and depth in the final third, and Semenyo would be an exceptional acquisition. He is currently one of the best attacking players in the Premier League. He could make an immediate impact and help Manchester City fight for the league title.

Pep Guardiola’s charges are second in the league table, and signing the right players in January could help them get across the line. Chelsea did contact the player regarding a potential move, but it seems that they have abandoned their pursuit. It will be interesting to see if they decide to move on to other targets.

There is no doubt that they could use more quality in the final third. Meanwhile, Manchester United have been looking at Semenyo as well. They will be disappointed to miss out on his signature, especially to a cross-town rival. The Ghanaian international will cost around £65 million, and it remains to be seen whether Manchester City submit an official proposal to seal the transfer quickly.

Semenyo needs a bigger challenge

The 25-year-old has proven himself with the Cherries, and this is the right time for him to take on a bigger challenge. He will look to do well in the Champions League with Manchester City and win major trophies in the coming seasons.

The London-born wigner is still very much at the peak of his career, and he has his best years ahead of him. He might be able to justify the £65 million investment in the coming seasons. Chelsea and Manchester United should look at other options during the January window, so that they can improve their attacking units.