AFC Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola says his counting on the experience of Antoine Semenyo ahead of the new football season.

The Ghana international, despite multiple interests, has extended his stay at the Vitality Stadium until 2030.

Semenyo was one of the Cherries' top performers last season, scoring 13 goals and providing five assists in 42 appearances across all competitions.

Having also impressed in pre-season, Iraola revealed his confidence in Semenyo for the new season. "Antoine is someone that has been, I would say, not just last year, last two years that I've been here with him.