Liverpool Plot Double Raid on Man City for Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guehi
Reds Monitoring Situation After City Verdict
Liverpool are reportedly preparing to move for Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guehi should Manchester City’s legal troubles end in relegation. According to TEAMtalk, Anfield officials believe they would be well placed to capitalise if the champions’ fortunes unravel.
Manchester City Found Guilty of 114 Charges
An independent commission found City guilty of 114 financial charges covering alleged breaches between 2009 and 2018. The club deny any wrongdoing and are preparing an appeal, with no sporting punishment yet confirmed.
Semenyo and Guehi: January 2026 Signings
Both players arrived at the Etihad in January 2026. Semenyo joined from Bournemouth for £62.5 million, while Guehi signed from Crystal Palace for around £20 million.
Liverpool’s Previous Interest in Guehi
The Reds came close to landing Guehi in summer 2025, only for the deal to collapse on deadline day. The England defender stayed at Selhurst Park before his switch to Manchester.
Why Liverpool Need Defensive Reinforcements
Defensive depth is a priority following Ibrahima Konate’s exit, with uncertainty surrounding the long-term future of captain Virgil van Dijk. Guehi, who has made 27 appearances and scored five goals for City, would address that need.
Semenyo: The Potential Mohamed Salah Successor
Semenyo has registered 19 goal contributions in 34 outings. The 26-year-old can operate on either wing or centrally, and Liverpool are still searching for a long-term successor to Mohamed Salah. Manchester United, Tottenham and Arsenal were all previously linked with the forward.
Iraola Connection Could Prove Decisive
Andoni Iraola, now in charge at Anfield, worked with Semenyo at Bournemouth and oversaw his rapid development. That relationship could give Liverpool a significant edge in any race for his signature.
Appeal Process Leaves Plenty of Uncertainty
City’s appeal could take considerable time, and relegation is far from guaranteed given the club’s determination to fight every charge. Liverpool’s existing relationships with both players would nevertheless give them a head start over rivals if a fire sale does materialise.
