Ange must unleash “generational” Spurs ace today who could be their answer to Marmoush
Tottenham Hotspur finds itself in a strong position, having secured three consecutive Premier League victories following their dominant win over Ipswich Town.
However, their momentum faces a tough challenge as they prepare to host Manchester City, a side that recently dismantled Newcastle United with the help of their marquee January signing, Omar Marmoush.
The Egyptian forward arrived as the most expensive Premier League signing of the winter window and has already established himself as a key player.
Despite Manchester City’s well-documented attacking prowess, Spurs have made their own reinforcements, with one young talent standing out as a potential answer to Marmoush.
With Erling Haaland’s participation uncertain, City could rely on Marmoush to lead their attack, making him the primary threat Tottenham must neutralize. The Egyptian forward has demonstrated his versatility, thriving in multiple attacking roles, and his goal contributions this season underline his danger.
Before moving to City, Marmoush tallied an astonishing 20 goals and 14 assists in just 26 appearances for Eintracht Frankfurt, averaging 1.3 goal involvements per game or one every 60.91 minutes.
Since joining Guardiola’s side, he has continued his impressive form, registering three goals in seven appearances, maintaining an average of 1.12 goal involvements per game or one every 69.08 minutes.
| Player | Club (2023/24) | Appearances | Goals | Assists | Goal Involvements per Match | Minutes per Goal Involvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omar Marmoush | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | 20 | 14 | 1.30 | 60.91′ |
| Omar Marmoush | Manchester City | 7 | 3 | 0 | 1.12 | 69.08′ |
While Spurs might not have a player as prolific at this moment, Mathys Tel emerges as an intriguing comparison. With Dejan Kulusevski and Brennan Johnson both on the scoresheet against Ipswich, some might argue either could be Tottenham’s equivalent of Marmoush.
However, Tel presents a compelling case as the club’s potential answer to City’s newest attacking star. The young Frenchman, who arrived from Bayern Munich, shares key attributes with Marmoush, including positional versatility and a history in the Bundesliga before making the switch to England.
Tel has been deployed across the frontline for Bayern Munich, spending considerable time on the left wing and as a central striker. His statistics suggest he has the potential to develop into a similarly dangerous forward, even if he has yet to hit the same heights as Marmoush.
| Position | Appearances | Goals | Assists | Goal Involvements per Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Left Wing | 33 | 7 | 5 | 0.36 |
| Striker | 33 | 5 | 1 | 0.18 |
| Right Wing | 13 | 4 | 1 | 0.38 |
In the previous season, Tel demonstrated his attacking potential despite limited minutes. Across 41 appearances, he managed ten goals and six assists in just 1406 minutes of first-team football, averaging a goal involvement every 87.87 minutes.
| Season | Appearances | Starts | Minutes | Goals | Assists | Goal Involvements per Match | Minutes per Goal Involvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 41 | 10 | 1406′ | 10 | 6 | 0.39 | 87.87′ |
Tel might not yet match Marmoush’s output, but his numbers suggest he could develop into a similarly dangerous attacker. His ability to play anywhere across the frontline, combined with his impressive goal involvement rate last season, makes him a viable attacking asset for Tottenham.
Given his potential, Postecoglou should consider starting Tel against City, allowing James Maddison and Wilson Odobert to provide support from the bench if needed. While Tottenham faces a tough challenge against the reigning champions, fielding a dynamic and unpredictable forward like Tel could be a decisive factor in breaking down City’s defense.