Tottenham Transfer News: Spurs Hit Roadblock in Semenyo Pursuit
Despite lifting the Europa League trophy—their first major silverware since 2008—Spurs endured a disastrous Premier League campaign, finishing 17th and narrowly avoiding relegation.
The contrast between European success and domestic failure has made it clear: a squad overhaul is urgently needed. Defensive lapses, inconsistency in attack, and long-term injuries all played a part in their league collapse. While their Europa League run showed Spurs still have talent and resilience, the lack of depth across key positions, especially up front, was painfully evident.
With Thomas Frank now in charge following Ange Postecoglou’s departure, Tottenham are preparing for a rebuild focused on energy, discipline, and tactical flexibility.
Reinforcements in wide attacking areas are a key priority, and one of the names high on their list is Antoine Semenyo of Bournemouth.
Semenyo, 25, is coming off the most productive season of his career, scoring 13 goals and registering 7 assists in the Premier League alone.
His pace, strength, and ability to play across the front line have caught the attention of several top clubs, including Spurs, Manchester United, and Newcastle United.
Tottenham made initial enquiries into the Ghanaian forward, viewing him as a strong fit for Frank’s system. But, as reported by The i, Bournemouth are demanding £70 million—a figure that has cooled interest from all three clubs.
The south-coast side are under no pressure to sell. They’ve already made substantial revenue through the sales of Dean Huijsen to Real Madrid and Milos Kerkez to Liverpool, and with Semenyo contracted until 2029, they are standing firm.
“There is an increasing belief that he will stay at the club,” The i reports, noting that Bournemouth are unwilling to negotiate below their valuation.
Still, if Tottenham are willing to meet the asking price, there’s no question about the kind of player they’d be getting. Bournemouth midfielder Lewis Cook spoke highly of his teammate, praising Semenyo’s growth and impact on the squad.
“As a team, we knew the quality he has and we saw that last year,” Cook said last season. “He’s got to just keep working hard—being aggressive and being clinical. He’s got a lot better at running back and helping out the team too. He’s a powerful lad and has all the ability in the world. Hopefully he can continue to show that.”
With that kind of endorsement and a proven track record in the Premier League, Semenyo may yet prove worth the investment—if Spurs can stomach the fee.
