Manchester City Signs Egyptian Star Omar Marmoush from Eintracht Frankfurt
Manchester City, the reigning champions of the English Premier League, officially announced the signing of Egyptian international Omar Marmoush from Eintracht Frankfurt on Thursday. The news was confirmed through the club’s official account on X (formerly Twitter), where they shared a picture of Marmoush donning the City jersey with the caption, “Welcome to Manchester City.”
The 25-year-old forward, who has been in stellar form this season, has agreed to a four-and-a-half-year deal with the Premier League giants. While Manchester City did not disclose the transfer fee, The Guardian reported that the deal is worth €70 million (£59.1 million), with an additional €5 million in potential add-ons.
Marmoush’s performances in the Bundesliga have drawn widespread attention. According to Reuters, the Egyptian has scored 15 goals and provided 10 assists in 17 matches this season, making him the second-highest scorer in the league, trailing only Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane. His versatility, allowing him to play as both a central striker and a wide forward, is expected to add significant depth to City’s attacking options.
Txiki Begiristain, Manchester City’s Director of Football, praised Marmoush’s abilities, saying, “Omar is a player with outstanding pace, awareness, and goal-scoring ability. He will bring a new dimension to our attack.”
This marks Manchester City’s third signing of the January transfer window, following the acquisitions of defenders Vitor Reis and Abdukodir Khusanov. The club is actively strengthening its squad after a challenging first half of the season. Currently, City trails league leaders Liverpool by a significant margin, and Marmoush’s arrival is seen as a key step to reinvigorate their title challenge.
Marmoush’s rise in European football has been remarkable. He has previously played for VfL Wolfsburg, St. Pauli, and Stuttgart, before joining Eintracht Frankfurt. His exploits have earned him high praise, including from Liverpool star Mohamed Salah, who described him as Egypt’s “golden boy.” Now, Marmoush aims to emulate his compatriot’s success in the Premier League, carving his own path at Manchester City.
Speaking about the move, Marmoush expressed his excitement: “This is a day I will never forget. To sign for Manchester City is an amazing feeling. I am delighted, and my family is so proud,” he told The Guardian.
Fans in Egypt have celebrated the transfer as a milestone for Egyptian football, while analysts predict that Marmoush’s skillset will align well with Pep Guardiola’s tactical demands. As City looks to close the gap at the top of the table, Marmoush could be the spark they need to reignite their campaign.
This transfer solidifies Manchester City’s commitment to bringing in top talent to maintain their competitive edge, with Marmoush’s signing adding another layer of excitement to the club’s ambitions this season.