Pep Guardiola will soon see changes to his attacking options at Man City. (Photo by Molly Darlington/Getty Images)
Man City are very much in the Premier League title race and, in order to solidify their bid, they want to sign in January. Pep Guardiola wants at least one attacking reinforcement to be brought in, the idea being for that player to be Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo.
Man City are considered favorites to sign Semenyo, and according to The Daily Briefing, they intend to trigger his £65 million release clause in the early days of the January transfer window, as they look to be first in the queue. However, his arrival could mean one or two current players leave.
Tottemham pushing to sign Omar Marmoush
Tottenham are reportedly interested in signing Omar Marmoush, whose first full season at Man City saw him drop down the pecking order. The 26-year-old, currently traveling with Egypt for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, has made just two Premier League starts, and he could now be set to continue his career in north London.
However, Man City have no plans to consider selling Marmoush mid-season, with a deal more likely to be agreed this summer.
And Oscar Bobb?
The player most likely to leave Man City next month is Oscar Bobb, who is another to have faded in importance this season. A loan move has been considered for the 22-year-old, with offers already on the table from Fulham and Crystal Palace, while across Europe Borussia Dortmund and Sevilla have also submitted proposals.
Pep Guardiola counts on a duo of wingers
Two current stars who will almost certainly stay at Man City are Jeremy Doku and Savinho. Both are trusted by Guardiola, who has no plans to reduce his minutes despite the expected arrival of Semenyo – the Ghana international is more likely to be a direct replacement for Marmoush, as he would play as a second striker or number 10.
