Man City complete blockbuster €75m deal for Omar Marmoush as Eintracht Frankfurt striker becomes Pep Guardiola's third signing of January transfer window

Marmoush has become Manchester City's third signing of the January transfer window, following Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis in joining the Premier League champions. The striker has signed a four-and-a-half-year deal and leaves the Bundesliga side after scoring 37 goals and contributing 20 assists in 67 games for the club.

Marmoush will add to City's attacking options and should provide the club with a big boost at a difficult time. Guardiola's side have endured an underwhelming campaign so far and suffered a fresh blow on Wednesday when they suffered a 4-2 defeat to PSG, leaving their hopes of qualifying for the Champions League knockout phase in the balance. Marmoush will wear the No. 7 shirt at the Etihad Stadium.

He told the club's media: "This is a day I will never forget. To sign for Manchester City – one of the best teams in the world – is an amazing feeling. I am delighted, my family are so proud, and we are all very happy to be here in Manchester. With Pep, his technical staff and the world-class facilities here, players have everything they need to become better. That was really enticing for me when I had the chance to come here. And I cannot deny I also want to win trophies. City have been the most successful club in England for many, many years, so I know I am joining a winning environment and winning culture. I want to learn from the staff and my teammates, and I want to become a valued member of this winning team. “I really am looking forward to getting going, meeting the other players and showing the Manchester City fans what I can do.”

Director of Football Txiki Begiristain said: “Omar is an accomplished and exciting forward, and I’m delighted he’s joining us. He’s had an outstanding season, and every time we have watched him, he has influenced matches. He has all the attributes a top-class attacker requires. He has outstanding pace and awareness, and he is exceptional in front of goal. He can also play a number of differen positions, which is a really valuable asset. I also have no doubt that working with Pep and the technical staff here at City will see him further develop his superb attacking talent.”

Manchester City will aim to bounce back from their European nightmare against Chelsea on Saturday in the Premier League. The Cityzens then face Club Brugge in their final Champions League group fixture and must win to progress.