Bournemouth's Rising Star Antoine Semenyo Signs New Five-Year Contract

Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo has officially signed a new five-year contract, ensuring his presence at the Vitality Stadium until 2030. This significant deal comes after a season of impressive performances that caught the attention of several top Premier League clubs.

Semenyo's Journey and Impact

Semenyo, who joined Bournemouth in January 2023 from Championship side Bristol City for a fee of €10.25 million ($12 million), has made a remarkable impact. In 89 appearances across all competitions, he has scored 22 goals and provided 10 assists. His standout season saw him net 11 goals and deliver six assists in 37 appearances, playing a crucial role in Bournemouth's 9th-place finish in the Premier League.

Commitment to Bournemouth

Expressing his delight, Semenyo said, "I've grown so much at the club, both on and off the pitch, and I'm really happy to have signed ahead of returning for pre-season. From the fans to the staff and my team-mates, I can't speak highly enough of the people around the club. It's a great place to be and I'm excited to get back to Bournemouth and continue the hard work with the new season just around the corner."

A Major Coup for Andoni Iraola

Retaining Semenyo is a significant achievement for Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola, especially after the departures of key defenders Dean Huijsen to Real Madrid and Milos Kerkez to Liverpool. Additionally, the club failed to secure Kepa Arrizabalaga on a permanent deal, as the goalkeeper joined Arsenal instead.

Looking Ahead

With Semenyo's future secured, Bournemouth fans can look forward to more thrilling performances from the Ghana international as the club aims to build on last season's successes and push for European qualification in the upcoming campaign.