Overview
- TEAMtalk-linked reports say Aston Villa are exploring a deal for the Egypt international, with Tottenham having made initial enquiries.
- City are reported to be unwilling to approve a mid-season departure, with Guardiola valuing Marmoush’s role in rotation during a congested schedule.
- Marmoush has had limited starts this season, featuring twice from the outset in the Premier League and once in the Champions League.
- He is currently with Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations, which complicates negotiations and short‑term availability.
- A former Spurs and Man United scout told Football Insider the player is unlikely to leave in January and may prefer to stay at City rather than join Tottenham.