Manchester City eye sweeping summer overhaul as future of Egypt’s Marmoush in doubt

Manchester City are preparing for a major squad reshuffle this summer, with Egyptian international Omar Marmoush among a number of first-team players whose futures are now uncertain, according to a report.

The Athletic says City could sanction the departures of several key squad members in the current transfer window as part of a broader plan to remodel Pep Guardiola’s side for the new campaign.

The report details question marks over senior figures, outlines players who are expected to be made available for transfer, and highlights ongoing interest from major European clubs in some of City’s core defenders.

Rodri contract uncertainty looms large

One of the biggest concerns for City, The Athletic says, is the situation surrounding Spain midfielder Rodri.

The 28-year-old, widely regarded as one of the most important players in Guardiola’s system, has just one year remaining on his current deal. The report states he has not yet shown a clear willingness to sign a new contract.

Negotiations are expected to resume after the World Cup, but until an agreement is reached, Rodri remains one of the central uncertainties in City’s summer planning.

Marmoush and Reijnders among unresolved futures

Among those whose situations have yet to be clarified is Omar Marmoush, the Egypt international forward.

The Athletic reports that City have not taken a definitive decision on Marmoush’s role next season, leaving his long-term future at the Etihad unclear as the club assess who will be retained and who will be moved on.

The future of Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders is described as similarly unsettled, with no final call yet made on whether he will stay as part of Guardiola’s core group or be allowed to depart.

Kovacic, Trafford and Gonzalez tipped for exits

The report names Croatia midfielder Mateo Kovacic, goalkeeper James Trafford and Spanish youngster Nico Gonzalez as among the leading candidates to leave the club this summer.

Each could be moved on as City look to refresh the squad and open spaces for new arrivals, while also rebalancing the wage bill and squad size.

Brazilian winger Savinho is also attracting interest, with Tottenham Hotspur monitoring the player closely. The Athletic suggests he, too, could depart if the right offer arrives.

Real Madrid monitoring Ruben Dias

Portuguese centre-back Ruben Dias, a mainstay of City’s defence in recent seasons, is being closely followed by Real Madrid, according to the report.

There is no indication of an imminent transfer, but Madrid’s continued interest adds another layer of complexity to City’s defensive planning during a window in which they are already contemplating significant changes.

Phillips and Grealish available at right price

The Athletic further claims that England pair Kalvin Phillips and Jack Grealish will be available for transfer should Manchester City receive offers they consider suitable.

Phillips has struggled for playing time since his move to the Etihad, while Grealish has faced stiff competition for attacking places. Their potential availability underlines the scale of the overhaul City are prepared to contemplate.

Wide-ranging changes ahead of new season

All of these moves, the report says, form part of City’s wider strategy to restructure the first-team squad before the new season begins.

The Premier League champions are understood to be open to extensive changes to their playing staff as they seek to maintain domestic dominance and sustain their challenge in Europe.

With major decisions pending on Rodri, Marmoush, Reijnders and several others, and with external interest in the likes of Dias and Savinho, Manchester City could emerge from this summer window looking markedly different from the side that finished last season.