Omar Marmoush's Struggles at Manchester City After Big-Money Move

Omar Marmoush secured the opportunity of lifetime with his move to Manchester City in Jan, but what was expected to be major leap forward in his career has turned into period of struggle. His form has declined significantly and his former club, Eintracht Frankfurt's also suffered from his departure.

Sensational Form at Frankfurt

Marmoush joined City for reported 75 million euro after outstanding 1st half of the season in the Bundesliga. The Egyptian forward was among the league’s standout performers, scoring 15 goal & providing 10 assist in 17 Bundesliga appearance to propel Frankfurt to 3rd place.

Additionally he impressed in european competition, netting 4 goal in 6 europa league matches while also scoring once in the DFB Pokal, bringing his tally to 20 goal across all competitions before his PL switch.

Struggles at Manchester City

After signing four and half year contract and receiving the iconic No7 shirt, Marmoush's yet to replicate his Frankfurt heroics. In 9 match for Man City, he's scored just 3 goal and failed to register assist.

Adapting to the high intensity style of the PL's proven difficult especially given the fierce competition in City's attacking lineup.

Frankfurt’s Decline After His Departure

Frankfurt's struggled to maintain their momentum since losing their top scorer. The German side has dropped from 3rd to 4th place in the Bundesliga standings.

Since his departure, Frankfurt has played 10 match, securing just 3 win, drawing 3 time and suffering 4 defeat, highlighting the impact of Marmoush’s absence on their attacking potency.

Khaled Hegazy |

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