Antoine Semenyo’s journey to the top of European football has become a full circle after he was officially unveiled as a Manchester City player, becoming the first Ghanaian international to represent the former Premier League champions.

The 26-year-old’s move to the Etihad Stadium marks a historic moment not only for the forward but also for Ghanaian football, as he prepares to play under Pep Guardiola and feature in the Uefa Champions League, the pinnacle of club football in Europe.

Semenyo’s rise has been anything but straightforward. At the age of 15, he came close to walking away from the game after failed trials at Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and Millwall. For many young players, that would have been the end of the road. Instead, it became the beginning of a long and determined climb.

After rebuilding his confidence in the lower leagues, Semenyo steadily carved out a reputation for resilience, athleticism and an eye for goal. His breakthrough in the Premier League with Bournemouth transformed him into one of the most sought-after attackers in England, eventually earning him a record move to Manchester City.

Now, 11 years on from those early disappointments, Semenyo finds himself among the elite, training alongside world-class players and preparing for the demands of Champions League football.

For aspiring footballers in Ghana and beyond, his story is a powerful reminder that rejection does not define a career, perseverance can. As Semenyo steps onto the Etihad pitch, he does so not just as a new signing, but as a symbol of belief rewarded and history made.