Aston Villa remain interested in Manchester City forward despite failed January approach

Aston Villa remain interested in Manchester City forward despite failed January approach

• Unai Emery’s Aston Villa are reportedly preparing a fresh swoop for Omar Marmoush this summer.
• Villa officials view the Egyptian as an ideal profile to bolster their frontline.
• Marmoush has struggled to displace Jeremy Doku in Pep Guardiola’s starting XI.

Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush remains of interest to Aston Villa after the Birmingham club tried to sign the Egyptian in January, as per a new report.

The 27-year-old has found consistent starts hard to come by at the Etihad Stadium during the 2025/26 campaign, despite hugely encouraging performances, albeit sporadically and largely in cup competitions.

Despite a prolific record for Egypt – most recently netting twice during the Africa Cup of Nations and a run to the semi-finals – Omar Marmoush has largely been utilised as a rotation option by Pep Guardiola, appearing in 17 Premier League matches but starting seven.

His technical profile and deadly reputation in front of goal, however, has made him a primary target for several high-flying Premier League sides, and Aston Villa – who are currently battling for a top-four finish – have long admired the forward’s ability.