‘I am dangerous’ — Manchester City sign Egyptian star Omar Marmoush for £59m
Marmoush has joined Pep Guardiola's Manchester City until June 2029 for an initial £59m, with add-ons rising to £4m.
City have been desperately in need of reinforcements and Marmoush brings significant goalscoring pedigree to a team that has been too reliant on Erling Haaland.
We're delighted to announce the signing of @OmarMarmoush ✍️🩵 pic.twitter.com/ryY2jA1mdE
— Manchester City (@ManCity) January 23, 2025
Marmoush has scored 15 goals in 17 Bundesliga games this season, second only to England captain Harry Kane's 16 for Bayern Munich.
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Speaking in his unveiling video, the 25-year-old could not hide his delight at joining the Premier League champions.
“I always dreamt of being at a Club like this… my dreams are becoming a reality” 💬
— Manchester City (@ManCity) January 23, 2025
Watch @OmarMarmoush's first City interview 🎙️⤵️
"Manchester City is one of the biggest clubs in the world over the past 10 years, so it was not a question," Marmoush said.
"It's a pleasure and an honour for me and my family to be representing Manchester City. It makes them happy; it makes me happy that my dreams are becoming a reality.
"I am fast, good on the ball, and dangerous."
City have also signed 19-year-old Brazilian defender Vitor Reis from Palmeiras for £30m and Uzbekistan defender Abdukodir Khusanov from Lens for £34m in the January transfer window.