Bayern Munich are weighing up a sensational late-window swoop for Omar Marmoush, with reports from Germany suggesting Manchester City have given the "green light" for the forward to leave just a year after his £60m arrival. According to FCBInside, the Bundesliga giants are closely monitoring the 26-year-old’s situation as a potential market "coup" before the deadline.
The City Dream turns Sour
Marmoush’s move to the Etihad in January 2025 was heralded as a masterstroke, with the Egyptian arriving off the back of a prolific spell at Eintracht Frankfurt to support Erling Haaland. However, the last 12 months have proven difficult. hampered by injuries and the relentless rotation policy of Pep Guardiola, Marmoush has struggled to cement a starting berth.
The situation has been exacerbated by City’s ruthless recruitment. The recent capture of Antoine Semenyo has pushed Marmoush further down the pecking order, leaving him fighting for minutes in a crowded forward line. Sources indicate that Guardiola has now sanctioned a departure, accepting that the player needs regular football—and that City need to balance the books.
Bayern vs Fenerbahce: The Battle for a Bargain
While Turkish giants Fenerbahce have reportedly tabled a €30m (£25m) bid to make Marmoush the successor to Juventus-bound Youssef En-Nesyri, the player’s camp is understood to be holding out for a higher calibre of club. This is where Bayern Munich enter the frame.
The Bavarians view Marmoush as a "market opportunity." Having scouted him extensively during his Frankfurt days, Bayern chiefs appreciate his versatility across the front three and his proven Bundesliga track record. Securing a player of his quality—who cost City nearly double the current quoting price just a year ago—would represent a significant victory for sporting director Max Eberl.
Tactical Fit and Financials
A return to Germany would offer Marmoush the tactical familiarity he craves. His direct running and ability to exploit space in transition align perfectly with Bayern’s requirements for depth on the wings. For City, a permanent sale at €30m would represent a heavy book loss, but a loan-to-buy arrangement with Bayern could allow them to protect his value while removing his wages from the bill.
The Omar Marmoush next club odds have shifted dramatically in the last 24 hours. While a stay at City looks increasingly unlikely, the battle between a guaranteed starring role in Turkey and a redemption arc in Munich is now the central narrative of the window’s final days.