Antoine Semenyo has enjoyed an explosive start to the Premier League season, and both the player and his entourage believe the time is right to secure a move away from the Vitality Stadium and embrace another phase of his career.

The calendar year has come to a close for some of the major teams and leagues in Europe, with the Bundesliga and Ligue 1 leading the list after the conclusion of all engagements for the year.

Actions to watch out for in Europe's top five leagues this weekend, from the Premier League to the Ligue 1.

Chelsea will face the winner of Arsenal versus Crystal Palace in the semi-finals of this year's Carabao Cup, while Manchester City will battle holders Newcastle United over two legs for a place in Wembley's final.

The final result of 4-4 against AFC Bournemouth capped off a hugely dramatic day for Manchester United, who can barely catch a break from the unassuring atmosphere surrounding the club, one that clearly doesn't look like going away anytime soon.

The Premier League delivered a host of expected results during the weekend of gameweek 16, but some were achieved with difficulty as top teams ensured victory in their high-stakes fixtures.

Igor Thiago picks up the Premier League Player of the Month award for November after bagging five goals in four games to help Brentford to six points from a possible 12.

The UEFA Champions League presented yet another thrilling round as Bayern Munich joined Arsenal as the only two teams to have booked their place in the next round after coming from a goal down to beat Sporting CP.