Semenyo upgrade: Spurs targeting to secure £295k-p/w “superstar” for Frank
Tottenham Hotspur has encountered difficulties in the Premier League this season, but fans will be pleased to note that the Lewis Family have extended their support to Thomas Frank, indicating their willingness to invest during the January transfer window. How can Tottenham improve this winter? What insights can we glean from the early days of the transfer window? Following Daniel Levy’s dismissal at the end of the previous season, there is significant pressure on the board to make impactful moves, as there are several gaps in Frank’s squad that necessitate filling.
Headlines regarding a new contract for defender Micky van de Ven are gaining traction, yet there is still a strong focus on enhancing the attacking front of Spurs. With James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, and Dominic Solanke all sidelined for an extended period, expect the club to be proactive in this area.
Who Spurs are aiming for this January? Antoine Semenyo has turned down Tottenham’s approach. Although inquiries have been made and offers have been crafted, the Bournemouth forward has passed on the Lilywhites’ overtures, instead setting his sights on a mid-season transfer to Manchester City.
The Ghanaian has netted eight goals and provided three assists in the Premier League this season, exhibiting versatility across the attack. He would have been an ideal addition for Tottenham, but his impending move to City could potentially benefit the Lilywhites. This may open the door for Tottenham to pursue Omar Marmoush from Pep Guardiola’s squad. As per transfer insider Mark Brus, shared by Caught Offside, the 26-year-old is anticipated to be replaced by Semenyo, making it likely that he will depart the Etihad Stadium in 2026.
Man City acquired Marmoush from Eintracht Frankfurt for around £59m in January 2024, and despite a promising start, he has since fallen down the squad hierarchy. There’s a genuine opportunity for Spurs to secure him this winter, especially with ENIC preparing to invest, as reports suggest that the north London team is ‘pushing to sign’ him.
Why Marmoush would be a “superstar” signing? Revered as a “superstar” forward by Manchester City correspondent Radu Christian, Marmoush joined a struggling team last season and consistently delivered impressive performances in the Premier League, highlighted by a hat-trick against Newcastle United.
The Egyptian international achieved 15 goals and ten assists across 17 Bundesliga matches in 2024/25 before moving to England. Content creator Fiago labeled him “one of the best strikers in the world” during that time. Although he has started only two Premier League matches this season, this does not diminish his talent or suggest he is not among the top players in the league.
There’s a compelling argument that the £295k-per-week asset may even surpass Semenyo in ability. Paired with a club capable of nurturing his exceptional talents, he could significantly alter the narrative before the current season concludes. While Marmoush may currently be on the outskirts of the team, he still ranks among the top 5% of his positional counterparts in Europe’s top five leagues over the past year for goals scored per 90 minutes, according to FBref, sharing a similar directness with the Cherries forward Semenyo.
Premier League – Marmoush (24/25) vs Semenyo (25/26)
Stats (* per game)
Marmoush
Semenyo
Matches (starts)
16 (14)
16 (16)
Goals
7
8
Assists
0
3
Touches*
35.1
48.9
Shots (on target)*
3.1 (1.1)
2.4 (1.3)
Big chances missed
3
5
Accurate passes*
15.1 (84%)
19.9 (77%)
Big chances created
8
4
Succ. dribbles*
1.3
1.6
Tackles + interceptions*
1.2
1.9
Duels won*
3.6
6.4
Data via Sofascore
It’s important to note that Marmoush joined during a particularly challenging time in Pep Guardiola’s tenure at Man City, providing assistance as the Spanish coach worked to stabilize the situation. Now that he has been marginalized, Tottenham should step in and offer him a fresh start.
Last season, he demonstrated his scoring prowess and creativity in the Premier League, maintaining inventiveness while navigating the final third. For a player who obtained the 2024/25 Goal of the Season award and is recognized as one of the continent’s most potent forwards, he must be given consistent playing time, whether as a main striker, secondary striker, or winger.
Tottenham can offer him the platform required to showcase his talents, and he may just illustrate that he is a tier above someone like Semenyo.
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Published: 2025-12-27 20:40:00
source: www.footballfancast.com
