#antoine-semenyo

#antoine-semenyo

Bayern insider Christian Falk and CFBI journalist Farrell Keeling react to the Bundesliga champions beating Sporting Lisbon and all the latest transfer news from Munich. It was another special comeback for Bayern Munich in the Champions League, but it was 17-year-old superstar-in-the-making Lennart Karl who particularly caught the eye.

Manchester United are preparing to test the waters with an ambitious January move for AFC Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo, but Liverpool remain in pole position to secure the Ghanaian's signature, according to TEAMtalk. The 25-year-old has been one of the breakout performers of the Premier League season, and his explosive form has placed him firmly on the radar of England's elite.

Federico Chiesa's future has become a big talking point in recent weeks. While he had a promising start to the season, the Italian international hasn't had regular game time at Anfield. As a result, multiple top clubs are interested in signing the former Juventus star. Liverpool could sell Federico Chiesa According to Pete O'Rourke via Football Insider, Liverpool could look to cash in on the 28-year-old amidst growing interest from Serie A clubs.

Brazil forward Vinicius Jr has moved closer to signing a new contract with Real Madrid after reducing his wage demands. The 25-year-old's current deal runs until June 2027. (Mundo Deportivo - in Spanish), external Manchester United have made contact with the representatives of unsettled Vinicius Jr, and neighbours Manchester City are likely to join them if the Brazilian decides to leave the La Liga club. (Caught Offside via The Daily Briefing, external)

I think there is a good chance we'll see Antoine Semenyo moving in the January transfer window. It's not guaranteed, but I would keep it open. Let's see what's going to happen in January, the Italian journalist said. Maybe 70%, maybe 60% for the January move, and we keep 30%, 40% for the summer transfer window, but there is a possibility.

The transfer release clause is a multi-purpose contract inclusion that could be set to be the catalyst for the upcoming January transfer window. Release clauses, ubiquitous in the transfer markets of some major leagues around the world and increasingly common in others, can be used to protect a player's value or indeed to persuade them to sign the deal in the first place.