Manchester City are considering a significant reshaping of their squad this summer, with Egypt international Omar Marmoush among a group of players whose futures at the club are now uncertain, according to a report in The Athletic.
The Premier League champions are understood to be open to substantial changes as they prepare for the new season, with several high-profile names potentially leaving the Etihad Stadium during the current transfer window.
Rodri contract uncertainty at heart of City’s plans
At the centre of the uncertainty is Spain midfielder Rodri, described in the report as one of the biggest question marks in City’s squad.
He has just one year remaining on his current deal and, so far, has not clearly signalled a willingness to sign an extension. Talks over a new contract are expected to resume after the end of the World Cup, but his long-term future remains unresolved.
The situation is seen as crucial given Rodri’s importance to Pep Guardiola’s side in recent seasons and his role in City’s domestic and European successes.
Marmoush and Reijnders among unresolved cases
The report says the future of Omar Marmoush has yet to be decided as City weigh up their options across the squad.
The Egyptian forward, who became an established international with his national team in recent years, is listed alongside Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders as players whose status at the club “remains unresolved”.
No final decision has been taken on whether Marmoush will stay and compete for a place or be moved on as part of the restructuring of the first-team group.
Kovacic, Trafford and Gonzalez tipped for exit
The Athletic names several players considered among the leading candidates to leave this summer.
Croatia midfielder Mateo Kovacic, goalkeeper James Trafford and Nico Gonzalez are all highlighted as “prominent” potential departures as City look to refresh their squad.
Brazilian forward Savinho is also attracting interest, with Tottenham Hotspur understood to be keen on signing him. The report says he too could be allowed to move if the right offer arrives.
Real Madrid monitoring Ruben Dias
The future of Portugal defender Ruben Dias is also mentioned, with Real Madrid said to be continuing to monitor the centre-back’s situation.
There is no suggestion in the report that City are actively pushing Dias towards the exit, but Madrid’s ongoing interest underlines the level of attention around some of the club’s leading players as the transfer window progresses.
Phillips and Grealish available at the right price
The report further states that England internationals Kalvin Phillips and Jack Grealish will be available for transfer if Manchester City receive suitable bids.
Phillips has struggled for regular game time since joining the club, while Grealish has faced increased competition for places in City’s attacking positions.
Making both players available is presented as part of a broader strategy to rebalance the squad and create room for new signings.
Wide-ranging rebuild ahead of new season
According to The Athletic, all these potential moves form part of Manchester City’s efforts to “restructure” their squad in advance of the coming campaign.
The club is preparing for the possibility of wide-ranging changes to its first-team list, with departures expected across multiple positions.
For Marmoush and others named in the report, the coming weeks of the summer transfer window are likely to be decisive in determining whether they remain at the Etihad or move on to new clubs.
