Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has heaped praise on Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo following another decisive display in the Premier League.
Semenyo, who joined the reigning champions from AFC Bournemouth in January, has quickly established himself as a key figure in Guardiola’s setup.
His growing influence was evident on Saturday at Elland Road, where he scored the only goal in a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Leeds United.
Reflecting on the forward’s seamless adaptation, Guardiola acknowledged the uncertainty that comes with recruitment.
“When you buy players, always the intention, but you never know; the impact [of Semenyo] has been really good, not just in terms of goals,” Guardiola said after the game.
The City boss also offered an update on the fitness of star striker Erling Haaland, expressing hope for his swift return while conceding the timeline remains uncertain.
“I wish [Haaland] would come back; I don’t know [when he will be back],” he added.
With 10 pivotal matches remaining, Semenyo looks set to shoulder added responsibility as City attempt to close the gap on the league leaders. His latest strike takes his tally to 14 goals and four assists from 27 Premier League appearances this season.
He will aim to maintain that rich vein of form when City host Nottingham Forest at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday night.
