Newcastle United have entered the race to sign Manchester City forward Star player this summer, according to the latest reports. The Magpies are looking to move ahead of both Tottenham Hotspur and Barcelona in the chase for the Egyptian international, who has found himself on the fringes of Pep Guardiola’s plans at the Etihad Stadium.
The interest comes at a turbulent time for Newcastle. After missing out on European football, the club has seen its squad significantly weakened this summer. Key figures including Anthony Gordon, Sandro Tonali, Bruno Guimaraes and manager Eddie Howe have all departed. New head coach Matthias Jaissle has been left with the daunting task of rebuilding the side just weeks before the new Premier League campaign gets underway.
Despite the upheaval, Newcastle have not been idle in the transfer market. The club has already completed several deals, most notably bringing in forward Bazoumana Toure from Hoffenheim to strengthen the attack. However, the hierarchy still believe more firepower is required if the team is to climb the table and challenge higher up the league. One high-profile name has now emerged as a serious target to help fill that gap.
Newcastle Eyeing Marmoush Deal
Omar Marmoush, who is currently earning a reported £250,000 a week at Manchester City, arrived at the Etihad in January 2024 in a deal worth €75 million (£59 million). Since then he has struggled to establish himself as a consistent first-team regular, largely due to the presence of Erling Haaland as the side’s main striker.
The Egyptian international is understood to be keen on securing more regular football next season. At the same time, he is determined to remain in the Premier League rather than moving abroad. That combination of factors has made Newcastle an attractive potential destination, according to reports from Caught Offside.
Manchester City have placed a €65 million (£55.7 million) asking price on the 26-year-old. Newcastle appear well placed to meet that valuation after generating around £245 million from player sales in the current window. Those funds leave them in a stronger financial position than many of their rivals and put them in a good spot to get a deal done, even with competition from big-spending Tottenham and Spanish giants Barcelona.
The Magpies’ need for attacking reinforcement is clear. Questions remain over the future of Nick Woltemade, with reports suggesting he has been told he can leave on loan this summer. Meanwhile, Yoane Wissa has managed just three goals in all competitions since his £60 million arrival from Brentford last season. Both situations underline why the club is actively searching for proven quality in the final third.
Marmoush has scored 16 goals in 61 appearances for Manchester City so far. The majority of those outings have come from the substitutes’ bench under Pep Guardiola, limiting his ability to build consistent form and rhythm. A move to a club where he would be more central to the attack could therefore prove appealing for both player and buyer.
Omar Marmoush Premier League Stats 25/26
In the current Premier League season, Marmoush’s numbers reflect a player still searching for a regular starting role:
- Appearances: 8 (13)
- Minutes: 700
- Goals: 3
- Assists: 3
- Shots per game: 1.4
- Key passes per game: 0.6
These figures show flashes of quality but also highlight the limited opportunities he has received. For a player of his talent and work rate, a change of environment could unlock a higher level of contribution.
Marmoush a ‘Special’ Player
Before joining Manchester City, Marmoush enjoyed a superb spell at Eintracht Frankfurt. Guardiola was particularly impressed by his form in the first half of that season, when the forward scored 20 goals in 26 games up to January. That output convinced the City manager that Marmoush possessed the attributes to succeed in the Premier League.
Although he never became an undisputed starter at the Etihad, Guardiola has spoken warmly about the Egyptian’s qualities. Earlier this year the Catalan coach described him as a “special” player and highlighted the impact he made during his first months at the club.
“Last season when he arrived for three months he was unbelievable; without him it would not be possible to qualify for the Champions League and reach the FA Cup final,” Guardiola said. “He’s a special player, not old, not young, but he has margin to improve.”
The City boss also praised Marmoush’s physical and tactical attributes. “His dynamic energy and runs are really good. I see him more as a striker not a proper winger. He’s a guy for transition actions. I am so happy for him. He arrived clean after AFCON, and I am so pleased for him.”
Those comments underline the respect Marmoush still commands at Manchester City, even if playing time has been harder to come by. For Newcastle, securing a player rated so highly by one of the greatest managers of the modern era would represent a significant statement of intent.
As the transfer window continues, Newcastle’s interest in Marmoush looks increasingly serious. With funds available from recent sales, a clear need for attacking options, and competition from Tottenham and Barcelona, the Magpies will need to move decisively if they are to land their man. For Marmoush himself, the prospect of regular Premier League football at a club rebuilding under a new manager could prove the perfect next step in his career.
Whether a deal can be struck remains to be seen, but the reports suggest Newcastle are firmly in the conversation and determined to strengthen their forward line before the new season begins in earnest.