Antoine Semenyo marked what could be his final appearance for Bournemouth in unforgettable fashion, scoring a dramatic injury-time winner in a 3-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur as his £65m move to Manchester City edges closer to completion.
The Ghana forward struck with his last meaningful action of the match, sealing a thrilling win and delivering a perfect farewell moment for the Cherries’ supporters at the Vitality Stadium.
Semenyo’s goal against Spurs also underlined his growing legacy at the club. The 25-year-old has now been directly involved in 40 Premier League goals for Bournemouth, scoring 30 times and providing 10 assists. That tally moves him joint fourth on the club’s all-time list for goal involvements in the competition, alongside Dominic Solanke, and behind only Josh King, Callum Wilson and Ryan Fraser.
Since joining Bournemouth, Semenyo has developed into one of the most feared attackers outside the league’s traditional heavyweights, combining power, pace and a clinical edge in front of goal. His strike against Tottenham was his 30th Premier League goal for the club, a milestone achieved in dramatic circumstances.
With a £65m transfer to Manchester City now in its final stages, the goal felt like a fitting closing chapter. Scoring in injury time, with what many believe was his last kick for the club, Semenyo left the pitch to a standing ovation from home fans.
While Bournemouth savour a memorable victory, attention now turns to what lies ahead for the Ghana international. A move to the Etihad Stadium would represent the biggest step of his career, but his farewell at Bournemouth ensured he departs having written his name firmly into the club’s Premier League history.

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