Iraola Claims Semenyo Is Nearly Irreplaceable Ahead of Man City Transfer
Bournemouth Prepares for Showdown with Tottenham
A Long Winless Streak
Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola addressed the media ahead of their upcoming match against Tottenham. Currently, Bournemouth is enduring an eleven-match winless run, which marks the longest stretch without a victory for the club in a single top-flight season. They are set to visit North London to take on a Tottenham team that has triumphed in only two of their last eleven Premier League outings.
Semenyo’s Future in Question
This match could potentially be the last for Antoine Semenyo as he is anticipated to transfer to Manchester City in the coming weeks. This scenario poses a challenge for Iraola, who aims to maximize Semenyo’s contributions against Tottenham.
“I can’t predict what will happen tomorrow or in the next few days,” Iraola stated, reflecting on the uncertainty surrounding Semenyo’s future. “I’ve requested to be informed beforehand, so I won’t be caught off guard discussing Antoine while he’s on his way out. That’s the current state of affairs.”
“In my opinion, this could be his final game. However, there are no agreements or contracts in place,” he clarified. “I believe it is crucial to be aware of market movements, but as it stands, he remains our player and I hope that continues.”
Iraola further emphasized Semenyo’s significance to the team, noting that his impact is “nearly impossible to replicate.”
Team Updates
In addition to Semenyo’s situation, Iraola shared some updates regarding team availability. Ryan Christie will not be in the squad due to ongoing knee issues.
“I don’t expect him to return for tomorrow’s match. His recovery is based on how he feels,” Iraola remarked about the Scotland international. “He can run and sprint without complications, but he still experiences some discomfort when kicking the ball.”
“He needs a little more time to recover fully.”
Bournemouth will be aiming to achieve their first-ever double victory over Tottenham, following their earlier success with a 1-0 win back in August, highlighted by Evanilson’s early goal.