Manchester City have signalled they will not entertain a January exit for Omar Marmoush despite interest from Tottenham and Aston Villa, according to Football Insider. The 26-year-old has been in and out of Pep Guardiola’s starting XI, but City’s stance has firmed as they look to preserve attacking depth behind Erling Haaland. Marmoush underlined his value by scoring against Wolves.
Man City Determined to Keep Omar Marmoush Despite Spurs and Villa Enquiries
Manchester City are set on keeping Omar Marmoush for the remainder of the January transfer window despite growing attention from Premier League rivals, according to Football Insider. Tottenham and Aston Villa have been linked with the 26-year-old forward, but City have made clear they do not intend to approve a mid-season departure. The club’s position has been described as firm, with Marmoush expected to stay at least until the summer.
Marmoush has found minutes hard to come by under Pep Guardiola and has moved in and out of the starting line-up because of competition for attacking places at the Etihad Stadium. Even so, City’s resolve to retain him has strengthened in recent weeks as the club puts added emphasis on maintaining depth behind Erling Haaland. Guardiola is said to view Marmoush as a reliable alternative should Haaland be unavailable or need rotation.
The Egyptian international delivered a reminder of his effectiveness on Saturday by scoring in City’s 2-0 Premier League win over Wolverhampton Wanderers. It was his third league start of the season, and the goal was cited as evidence of his ability to contribute when called upon. The report said Marmoush’s pace, intelligent movement and capacity to operate across the front line have been praised internally at City.
With domestic and European commitments piling up, Guardiola is keen to avoid being left short in attack, particularly after recent seasons in which injuries to key forwards have disrupted City’s rhythm. From Marmoush’s perspective, the report said he has remained professional despite limited minutes. Tottenham and Villa both consider him capable of making an immediate impact, with Villa thought to admire his ability to play centrally or out wide.
