Semenyo is one of the most sought-after players in the January transfer window, with the likes of Manchester City, Liverpool, Tottenham and Manchester United all set to bid for the 25-year-old in the next few weeks.
Iraola wants to keep Semenyo
After it was confirmed that the 25-year-old had a £65M release clause in his contract, clubs have stepped up their interest as the Cherries prepare to lose what is a world-class talent.
Speaking in his latest press conference, however, Iraola has responded to such transfer rumours and revealed that he would prefer to keep him.
"Semenyo right now is with us. He trained today with us
"I know that there is lots of noise around him. Not my concern, my concern is that it doesn't affect his performances. It is not yet, he is very committed to the team, and I hope we can keep him here.
"We cannot control the situation, but Antoine right now is our player. (He is) Going to continue playing for us. If you ask me, I don’t want to lose him, definitely don’t. But every time the market opens, you never know what is going to happen."
Why do so many clubs want Semenyo?
The 25-year-old has already scored eight times and registered three assists for Bournemouth this season. Iraola was asked on why so many clubs want him and added that he does not know what the January window will bring.
"Yes, he is performing amazingly well. But lots of wingers from other teams are performing amazingly well.
"In the league, nearly all teams have a difference maker, especially offensively. I don’t know what is going to happen in the winter market."
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