Manchester City is on the verge of announcing two significant additions to their squad. Pep Guardiola’s team is looking to strengthen their ranks this winter transfer window to overcome recent performance challenges. Here are the details on the two players likely to join the Sky Blues:
Abdukodir Khusanov
The first signing Manchester City has secured is Abdukodir Khusanov, a 20-year-old Uzbek center-back from Lens. The transfer fee is reported to be around 40 million euros plus variables. Khusanov is expected to sign a contract until 2029 with an optional extra year. Known for his excellent ball distribution and speed in defense, Khusanov fits perfectly into Guardiola’s playing style. His current coach, Will Still, describes him as “incredibly talented, noticeable in every match, and very complete in his abilities.”
Khusanov’s arrival is timely, considering Manchester City’s defensive challenges due to injuries to Ruben Dias and John Stones, as well as Kyle Walker’s potential departure.
Omar Marmoush
The second player Manchester City is close to signing is Omar Marmoush, a 25-year-old Egyptian striker from Eintracht Frankfurt. Marmoush has been one of the standout performers in Europe this season, with an impressive tally of 19 goals and 12 assists. His market value has skyrocketed from 22 million euros at the start of the season to an estimated 60 million euros now.
According to reports, Manchester City has already reached an agreement with Marmoush, and negotiations between the clubs are expected to conclude this week. Marmoush’s addition would significantly bolster City’s attacking options, filling the void left by Julian Alvarez’s departure last summer.
These two signings demonstrate Manchester City’s intent to reinforce key areas of their squad. It remains to be seen if more transfers will follow, but these additions are sure to excite City fans and strengthen the team’s pursuit of silverware this season.
Aditya Kapur