As Tottenham Hotspur prepare for an eventful summer of signings under their new manager, Thomas Frank, AFC Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo is being touted as a potential addition to the squad. Having already secured the promising Mathys Tel, Spurs appear keen to continue strengthening their side with the versatile Ghanaian forward, according to reports from Sky Sports.
Semenyo’s stock has risen considerably following his move from Bristol City in 2023, with the forward netting an impressive 11 goals in the Premier League last season. The 25-year-old, known for his adaptability across the attack, has been linked with big names such as Manchester United and Liverpool, but a move to north London could soon become a reality.
Projecting Semenyo’s Impact for Tottenham in 2025/26
Using Football Manager 2024, we simulated the potential impact of Semenyo’s move to Tottenham for the 2025/26 season. Installed as Frank’s first-choice left-winger, Semenyo thrived, outperforming expectations by securing his spot over both Mathys Tel and Son Heung-min.
During the simulated campaign, Semenyo demonstrated his goal-scoring prowess with a total of 17 goals across 47 appearances, just four shy of leading scorer Dominic Solanke. Semenyo also recorded seven assists, showing consistency in creating chances—21 major chances to be precise, with only two players in the league surpassing this tally.
Spurs’ Best XI and Semenyo’s Game-Winning Impact
At the season’s conclusion, Semenyo was named in Tottenham’s best XI, as per Football Manager’s analysis. Deployed in a 4-2-3-1 formation, he lined up on the left alongside Dejan Kulusevski and Brennan Johnson, with Solanke spearheading the attack. The defence featured Archie Gray, preferred right-back over Pedro Porro, alongside Romero and Van de Ven, while Sarr and Bergvall comprised the midfield duo.
Remarkably, Semenyo proved decisive, netting the winner in seven Premier League fixtures and amassing vital points that saw Spurs secure a sixth-place finish. This ensured their qualification for the Europa League after a demanding campaign.
Season’s End and Future Prospects
Frank’s men delivered a strong start in the Champions League, but a 5-2 aggregate defeat to Barcelona ended their hopes in the Round of 16. Domestically, cup ambitions also faltered, with a narrow 1-0 loss to Newcastle in the Carabao Cup and a dramatic 4-3 defeat to Arsenal in the FA Cup semi-finals.
Looking to the future, Tottenham’s ambitions remain high, and with potential reinforcements and tactical tweaks, Thomas Frank will aim to push Spurs into the upper echelons of the Premier League. Fans can explore what lies ahead for Frank and the club in the latest episode of Gold & Guest Talk Tottenham, available on all major platforms.
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