Manchester City face a potential double departure this summer as Omar Marmoush and Tijjani Reijnders edge closer to leaving the Etihad Stadium. The two midfield and attacking reinforcements, who cost a combined £105.5m, are now being heavily linked with moves away after disappointing campaigns under Pep Guardiola.
Marmoush's struggles for consistent playing time have reportedly prompted the Egyptian forward to consider his future. Since arriving last summer, the 25-year-old has managed just seven Premier League starts, a stark contrast to his previous form where he was a regular goalscorer. The arrival of Antoine Semenyo has intensified competition in attack, while Erling Haaland remains the unquestioned number nine. According to Football Insider sources, Marmoush may now seek a move to secure regular first-team football elsewhere.
Reijnders on the Verge of Serie A Return
Dutch midfielder Reijnders faces an even more uncertain future at City, having joined only last summer on a five-year contract. Early indications suggest Guardiola believes the midfielder lacks the pace required for his system, and preliminary discussions with Serie A clubs are reportedly already underway. The former AC Milan player could return to Italian football, where he previously established himself as a key player in midfield.
City's willingness to offload academy graduates and recent signings reflects their summer restructuring plans. With the Premier League title race slipping away and the FA Cup final against Chelsea approaching, Guardiola may use departures to fund fresh recruitment. Both players' exits would free up significant funds for the club's midfield and forward line overhaul.
The potential departures signal how quickly fortunes can shift at Manchester City. Two expensive additions could be deemed surplus to requirements within months, highlighting the intensity of competition at the Premier League champions. Their next moves in the transfer window will determine whether City can rebuild sufficiently to challenge for major trophies next season.
