From 'dinner' with Ruben Amorim to the best in the Premier League: Why rejecting Man United was an Antoine Semenyo masterstroke

Rejecting Manchester United: A Masterstroke by Antoine Semenyo

Rejecting a summer transfer offer from Manchester United was the best decision Antoine Semenyo has ever made.

As Bournemouth saw key players leave during the summer transfer window, securing Semenyo's future provided relief. He signed a new five-year deal, ending speculation about his next move.

Semenyo was linked with several Premier League teams, but opted to stay with Bournemouth. This decision proved beneficial, as he had his best season yet, scoring 11 goals and picking up six assists in the Premier League.

2024-25 was the campaign in which Semenyo really announced himself on the world stage.

Author's summary: Semenyo's decision to reject Manchester United was a masterstroke.

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Football Insider Football Insider — 2025-10-15