Stefan Borson Predicts Man City Ready to Accept £30m Offer This Month

Manchester City could be open to a £30m offer for a key squad player this January transfer window, according to former City financial adviser Stefan Borson. Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, Borson highlighted the club's strategic needs amid injury concerns and squad depth issues.[1]

The speculation centers on winger Savinho, whom Borson suggests City might sell instead of holding onto forward Omar Marmoush. Marmoush, signed for an initial £59m from Eintracht Frankfurt in January 2025, has struggled for minutes this season despite contributing significantly last year to City's Champions League qualification recovery. Borson warns that offloading Marmoush now would leave City "extremely vulnerable" if star striker Erling Haaland suffers an injury, as Marmoush provides unique backup options.[1]

"I doubt City are in a great rush to sell Marmoush," Borson stated. "He offers them something that the other players don’t, especially if Haaland was to get an injury." In contrast, Savinho—who suffered a "quite nasty injury" against Sunderland—presents a more viable exit option. "I’d be less surprised if Savinho went," Borson added, noting January's inherent difficulties for transfers.[1]

This comes as City eye reinforcements, including Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo with his £65m release clause. Borson implies sales like a £30m Savinho deal could fund such moves while balancing the wage bill. Tottenham's interest in Marmoush adds pressure, but the Egyptian international, currently at the Africa Cup of Nations, reportedly wants to stay and fight for his place under Pep Guardiola.[1][6]

Borson's insights underscore City's pragmatic approach: prioritize depth over short-term gains, potentially accepting £30m for Savinho to navigate a tricky window.(Word count: 298)