Omar Marmoush could have joined Liverpool, but the Reds will have to settle with his successor instead.
The Egyptian talent was on the club’s radar before joining Manchester City, but Richard Hughes did not approve a transfer for the forward.
That is a choice he may come to regret, given how well Marmoush has started his career in a City shirt. His hat-trick against Newcastle United, in only his fifth game for the club, confirms his arrival in the Premier League.
Liverpool, however, is currently considering alternative possibilities ahead of a busy summer.
Anfield Watch has exclusively reported that the Reds are planning to rebuild their attack, with Diogo Jota, Darwin Nunez, and Luiz Diaz all set to be sold by the club.
That implies Liverpool will be trying to add more attackers, potentially including the next Omar Marmoush.
Why Liverpool may clinch a €80 million agreement for Hugo Ekitike.
We’ve discussed why Hugo Ekitike, who has been on Liverpool’s radar since breaking through at Reims, could be the ideal candidate for the Reds.
Ekitike has been tasked with replacing Marmoush’s impact at Eintracht Frankfurt since the Egyptian’s departure to Manchester City and so far the young French forward is proving he can be the next big thing from the German side’s impressive forward production line.
Since Marmoush’s departure, Ekitike has scored five goal in six matches and has really stepped up to become the main talisman for his side. Undoubtedly, that kind of form will continue to attract Liverpool’s attention, and one report has suggested that there is a deal to be had in the summer transfer window.
According to Sports Bild, while Frankfurt does not intend to sell Ekitike this year, they have set a price of €80 million for any interested parties.
This totals £67 million, which is wonderful news for Liverpool. The fact that Frankfurt has set a price on him suggests that they are willing to negotiate; otherwise, they would have proclaimed him untouchable.
This is a wonderful opportunity for Richard Hughes to strike an easy bargain. Finally, in today’s market, that type of sum is not outrageous.
Especially not for someone like Ekitike. The Frenchman exudes quality and has the ability to make a significant impact in the Premier League.
Marmoush has certainly paved the way, and Liverpool will regret not signing him. But now they can focus on his replacement, who may be just as intriguing.
