Tottenham Hotspur’s chances of landing their top target in January just took another blow as Man United enter the £65m race.
The January transfer window is almost here, and Tottenham Hotspur could be one of the busier sides as they look to strengthen Thomas Frank’s squad.
The Lewis Family has injected £100 million into the club ahead of the winter window, and fans will want to see that money spent on big-name signings.
Antoine Semenyo is one name that has been linked with Tottenham, but signing the Bournemouth forward will be difficult given the competition for his signature.
Man United ready to trigger Antoine Semenyo clause as Tottenham monitor situation
Semenyo has a £65 million release clause set to become active in the middle of the winter window, allowing any club that can match it to make a move for the wide forward.
TeamTalk are now reporting that Man United are adamant that they will be able to meet Antoine Semenyo’s release clause in January.
The 25-year-old has been in top form, having scored six times this season and assisting three goal and it is no surprise that several clubs hold interest in him.
United’s belief now adds to the growing list of suitors Tottenham need to fend off if they are to land the Ghana international.
Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City are also interested in the Bournemouth star, with United now weighing up whether to go head-to-head with Liverpool to sign Semenyo, Spurs’ chances look rather slim.
Spurs face tough task as Antoine Semenyo weighs up options
It is believed that Semenyo is expected to favour Liverpool, and that is a blow for everyone involved, including Spurs.
The Reds could do with options out wide, and following Salah’s latest remarks on Slot and the club’s ownership, this could push Liverpool to increase their pursuit of Semenyo.
Manchester United, however, will not back down easily as they believe they can secure European football next season, and as such, they need more depth in their squad, leaving Tottenham with a mountain to climb in January.