Manchester City are on the verge of completing a huge €74.5million (£65m) deal for Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo.
The Ghana international is scheduled to undergo a medical this Thursday, January 8.
The Nationals moved decisively to trigger the time-sensitive release clause in Semenyo's contract, which is only active between January 1 and January 10.
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Bournemouth head coach Andoni Ierola confirmed that Semenyo will feature in Wednesday's Premier League clash against Tottenham Hotspur, although he admitted it is likely to be the player's final appearance for the Cherries.
“Antoni will play against Spurs,” Ierola said. “But we have to be realistic – with this kind of provision introduced by a club of City's stature, it is difficult to retain him. He has been exceptional for us.”
The transfer comes at a time when Manchester City is facing a growing defensive and selection crisis.
Semenyo has excelled for Bournemouth over the past 18 months and has recorded 12 Premier League goal contributions this season, with only Erling Haaland and Igor Thiago contributing more.
