English club Manchester City is considering activating the release clause in the contract of Bournemouth and Ghana national team striker Antoine Seminio during the upcoming January transfer window, according to the reputable British newspaper The Times.

The value of this clause is £65 million and it becomes effective for a limited period starting from the opening of the transfer window on January 1, 2026. City's interest comes as part of head coach Pep Guardiola's efforts to strengthen his attacking options and add more direct threat on the wings, in an attempt to reduce the heavy reliance on his Norwegian striker Erling Haaland.

The club believes that Seminio, who is known for his speed, energy, and versatility in attacking positions, is an attractive option due to his impressive performance this season in the English Premier League and his strong ability to finish scoring opportunities.

The 25-year-old player has delivered an impressive performance with Bournemouth, scoring six goals and providing three assists in 12 league matches this season, making him one of the standout forwards in England right now. This strong form has attracted the attention of several top Premier League clubs, including Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur, both of which are closely monitoring the player's situation.

Activating the penalty clause gives Manchester City control over the situation, as Bournemouth will not be able to block the player's transfer if he agrees to the personal terms. However, Liverpool, which is reportedly leading the race to sign the player, represents strong competition, especially since Liverpool's sporting director, Richard Hughes, previously played a role in bringing Seminio to Bournemouth.