Although it’s only been two weeks since the January transfer window closed, many new signings in the Premier League are already making significant contributions.
With several of England’s top clubs investing heavily, key players are effectively influencing their new teams right from the start.
As the competition among Premier League teams promises to be fierce, we spotlight the standout attackers from January who are making a remarkable impact in their fresh roles.
<h3>Antoine Semenyo – Manchester City</h3>
<p>Norwegian star Erling Haaland is on track to vie for another Premier League Golden Boot, while Pep Guardiola has hinted at seeking additional offensive options during the January transfer period.</p>
<p>Guardiola considers Antoine Semenyo his top target, as the Ghanaian international has experienced a meteoric rise following his £65m transfer from Bournemouth.</p>
<p>This deal marked a record sale for Bournemouth, which triggered Semenyo's release clause, but the former Bristol City player has quickly become a vital asset at the Etihad.</p>
<p>Semenyo affirmed his status as January's standout signing by scoring one goal and providing an assist in Manchester City's 3-0 victory over Fulham midweek.</p>
<p>In fact, the new attacking talent has contributed to eight goals (six scored, two assisted) in his first nine league appearances with Guardiola’s team.</p>
<p>Semenyo has scored in three of his initial four matches and is determined to assist City in reclaiming the Premier League title this season.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">"It's a first for me. I'm enjoying it, but it obviously comes with a lot of pressure."</p>
<p>Antoine Semenyo shares his thoughts on Manchester City's impressive win over Fulham while focusing on the title race 👀</p>
<p>🎙 <a href="https://twitter.com/OliviaBuzaglo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@OliviaBuzaglo</a> | 📺 <a href="https://twitter.com/tntsports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@tntsports</a> & <a href="https://twitter.com/discoveryplusUK?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@discoveryplusUK</a> <a href="https://t.co/wjKqvHpixD">pic.twitter.com/wjKqvHpixD</a></p>
<p>— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) <a href="https://twitter.com/footballontnt/status/2021700847084740707?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 11, 2026</a></p>
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<h3>Ryan – Bournemouth</h3>
<p>Supporters at Vitality Stadium were dismayed to see Semenyo's record-breaking move to Manchester City, leaving them to question who would lead the attack moving forward.</p>
<p>While some believed Ryan might take time to adapt to the Premier League's high level, few expected the 19-year-old talent to make such an instant impression.</p>
<p>Bournemouth struck a deal valued at £24.7m up front for a five-and-a-half-year contract, which includes an additional £5.6m in performance-related bonuses, and the former Vasco da Gama player has made a stellar start on the south coast.</p>
<p>Ryan has netted consecutive goals in the Premier League, including a crucial strike in Bournemouth’s 2-1 comeback win against Everton earlier this week.</p>
<p>Moreover, the teenager provided an assist on his top-flight debut, contributing to Bournemouth's 2-0 victory over Wolves on January 31, marking him as the third teenager to score or assist in each of his first three matches, following Robbie Keane and Anthony Martial.</p>
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<p lang="es" dir="ltr">Rayan Vitor Simplicio Rocha. <a href="https://t.co/it3VzWUPW1">pic.twitter.com/it3VzWUPW1</a></p>
<p>— AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) <a href="https://twitter.com/afcbournemouth/status/2021517064301863375?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 11, 2026</a></p>
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<h3>Jorgen Strand Larsen – Crystal Palace</h3>
<p>Wolves made it clear during the summer that they had no plans to part with Jorgen Strand Larsen, who scored 14 Premier League goals in his first season after joining from Celta Vigo.</p>
<p>The Old Gold rejected interest from clubs like West Ham, insisting that the 26-year-old is pivotal to their efforts to avoid relegation.</p>
<p>However, despite becoming somewhat of a poster boy for their struggles—with only one goal in 22 league games—Strand Larsen expressed a desire for a transfer.</p>
<p>He joined Crystal Palace on deadline day for a reported fee potentially reaching £48m, and even though Oliver Glasner's team suffered a frustrating 3-2 home defeat to Burnley, Strand Larsen scored both of Palace’s goals, showcasing his lethal abilities.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">This Strand Larsen guy is decent 😍 <a href="https://t.co/effVmWhdlb">pic.twitter.com/effVmWhdlb</a></p>
<p>— Crystal Palace FC (@CPFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/CPFC/status/2021679100100858233?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 11, 2026</a></p>
</blockquote>Fan Take: The performances of new signings like Semenyo and Ryan highlight the increasing competitiveness in the Premier League, showcasing how quickly fresh talent can adapt and thrive. For fans, this brings exhilarating moments and creates a thrilling atmosphere as teams vie for the title, potentially reshaping the league dynamics throughout the season.

