Manchester City have bolstered their attacking options with the signing of prolific striker Omar Marmoush from Eintracht Frankfurt in a deal worth up to €75 million (£63m) plus bonuses. The Egypt international has committed his future to the Premier League champions until June 2029, becoming their third acquisition of the January transfer window.
The 25-year-old forward, who has been in scintillating form this season with 20 goals and 14 assists in 26 appearances across all competitions, will don the number seven shirt at the Etihad Stadium. His impressive goal-scoring record in the Bundesliga, where he stands second only to Bayern Munich's Harry Kane, made him an attractive proposition for City's management.
Speaking about his move, Marmoush expressed his enthusiasm about joining what he called "one of the best teams in the world." He particularly emphasized the appeal of working under Pep Guardiola, citing the manager's technical expertise and the club's world-class facilities as key factors in his decision. "With Pep, his technical staff and the world-class facilities here, players have everything they need to become better," he stated.
The striker also highlighted his ambition to win trophies, acknowledging City's dominant position in English football. "City have been the most successful club in England for many, many years, so I know I am joining a winning environment and winning culture," Marmoush added, expressing his desire to become a valuable member of the team.
This significant signing comes at a crucial time for City, who have been seeking to strengthen their attacking options following Julian Alvarez's summer departure to Atletico Madrid. The club recently secured the long-term future of star striker Erling Haaland with a nine-and-a-half-year contract extension until 2034.
City's recruitment drive may not be over yet, as they are considering reinforcing their midfield options in light of Rodri's serious knee injury. The club is exploring several possibilities, including a potential loan move for former player Douglas Luiz, currently at Juventus, who was previously on City's books between 2017 and 2019 before joining Aston Villa.
The timing of Marmoush's arrival could prove crucial as City prepare to face Chelsea this Saturday, following their recent Champions League setback in a defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. With his impressive goal-scoring record at Frankfurt, where he netted 37 goals in 67 appearances, Marmoush could provide the additional firepower City needs to maintain their competitive edge across all competitions.
