Manchester City have confirmed that striker Omar Marmoush will not be available for Sunday’s Premier League clash against Manchester United due to a knee injury sustained while representing Egypt.
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The 26-year-old forward was forced off early during Egypt’s World Cup qualifier against Burkina Faso on Tuesday.
In an official statement released on Wednesday, City said:
“Initial results from a scan conducted in Egypt show Marmoush will miss the Manchester derby this weekend. He will return to Manchester for further assessment and to begin rehabilitation. Everyone at the club wishes Omar a speedy recovery.”
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Marmoush’s setback adds to City’s growing injury concerns, with John Stones and Phil Foden already sidelined after missing international fixtures.
The club has not provided a timeline for his return, but the injury comes at a crucial moment, with City set to kick off their Champions League campaign against Napoli on September 18.
Meanwhile, Egypt’s goalless draw against Burkina Faso means they must wait longer to secure qualification for next year’s FIFA World Cup.
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Source: Daily Mail