Exclusive: Tottenham Target “One of the Fastest Wingers in the Premier League” as Antoine Semenyo Emerges as Top Transfer Priority
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly eyeing a move for Bournemouth’s lightning-quick winger Antoine Semenyo as they look to reinforce their attacking options ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign. With Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo rejecting a move to North London in favour of a potential switch to Manchester United, Spurs have been forced to pivot their transfer strategy—and Semenyo has quickly emerged as one of the club’s top alternatives.
Spurs Shift Focus After Mbeumo Snub
Tottenham had been heavily pursuing Mbeumo, who was viewed as an ideal addition due to his Premier League experience, direct style, and versatility. However, the Brentford attacker has reportedly made it clear that he has no intention of signing for Spurs, citing a preference for joining Manchester United if he were to leave the Bees this summer. That rejection has left Tottenham searching for an equally dynamic and explosive forward—and Semenyo fits the bill.
Antoine Semenyo: Speed, Power, and Versatility
According to football journalist Duncan Castles, speaking on the Transfers Podcast, Tottenham are very much in the hunt for Semenyo. The Ghanaian international, who is known for his blistering pace and ability to play across the front line, had a breakout campaign with Bournemouth last season, registering 13 goals and 6 assists in all competitions—a career-best return. His versatility, having featured both as a wide forward and central striker, makes him a particularly appealing prospect for new Spurs boss Thomas Frank, who values flexible, hard-working attackers.
“Tottenham are looking at Antoine Semenyo,” Castles explained. “He’s one of the fastest wingers in the Premier League and had an exceptional season for Bournemouth, playing both on the wing and centrally. But it won’t be an easy deal to do.”
A ‘Difficult Deal’ with a High Price Tag
While Tottenham’s interest is strong, completing a transfer for Semenyo could prove challenging. Bournemouth, well aware of the forward’s rising stock, are reportedly demanding a fee in the region of £70 million to even consider parting ways with the 25-year-old. This valuation is further complicated by the club’s recent windfall from the sales of Dean Huijsen to Real Madrid and Milos Kerkez to Liverpool, which collectively brought in around £90 million. With their finances already bolstered, Bournemouth are under no immediate pressure to sell another key player—especially one as vital to their attacking system as Semenyo.
The Cherries are believed to be keen on keeping the core of their squad intact after narrowly missing out on a top-half finish last season. Unless an offer blows them away, they are expected to resist any approaches for Semenyo.
Spurs Must Weigh Up the Investment
For Tottenham, the challenge is now two-fold: convincing Bournemouth to sell, and deciding whether to invest such a significant sum in a player who, while incredibly talented, still has room to develop. Semenyo’s top-end speed, ability to stretch defences, and direct goal contributions are qualities Frank could undoubtedly utilise—but at £70 million, Spurs must consider whether that money might be better spent on multiple reinforcements or on a more experienced, specialist winger.
With the club looking to close the gap on the Premier League’s top four, every major signing this summer will be scrutinised. Still, given Semenyo’s trajectory and Premier League pedigree, he may represent a high-upside gamble worth taking.
What’s Next?
Negotiations are yet to begin formally, but Tottenham are expected to keep tabs on Semenyo’s situation in the coming weeks. If no other high-profile wingers become available, or if Bournemouth show signs of relaxing their stance, a deal could gather momentum quickly.
For now, Spurs’ summer business remains a work in progress—but their admiration for one of the Premier League’s most electrifying wingers is clear. Whether it leads to a blockbuster move remains to be seen.