BREAKING Omar Marmoush says Abdukodir Khusanov is the FASTEST player in the Manchester City squad.

In a stunning revelation, Omar Marmoush declared that his new teammate Abdukodir Khusanov is the fastest player in the Manchester City squad, sending shockwaves through the Premier League and the football world at large.

Marmoush made the bold statement during a post-match interview, noting that Khusanov’s explosive pace not only catches defenders off-guard, but “changes the entire tempo” of the team’s play. The claim immediately sparked debate among fans and pundits alike.

Khusanov, the Uzbek centre-back signed earlier this year, has already been flagged for his top-speed runs — but Marmoush’s backing adds a new level of intrigue. Statistics show Khusanov reached a top speed of 36.3 km/h this season for City, ranking among the club’s fastest recorded efforts. (Premier League)

Marmoush emphasised that when the opposition thinks they have the tempo under control, Khusanov’s burst changes the match dynamics. “When he steps forward you can feel the momentum shift,” Marmoush said. “He is the one everyone marks, the one who makes the difference before the game really changes.”

For a squad loaded with world-class talent, Marmoush’s statement is especially provocative — the likes of Erling Haaland and Jeremy Doku have both been recorded at exceptional speed, yet Marmoush places Khusanov above them all. (Manchester City News)

City’s supporters now face a conundrum: if Khusanov is truly the squad’s fastest, does this shift our perception of who drives the team’s attacking / defensive transitions? Marmoush seems to assert yes. He added: “In training you see it. On the pitch you feel it. Kodir doesn’t just run — he dominates the space.”

This proclamation also raises tactical questions for manager Pep Guardiola, who has traditionally relied on speed from wide attackers and forwards. Marmoush’s claim suggests the club may be evolving, using pace from unexpected quarters to gain an edge.

Critics, however, have been quick to caution. Some point out that while top-speed is a valuable metric, game-context, decision-making, and defensive positioning remain crucial — and Khusanov’s Premier League experience is still limited. (Wikipedia)

Nonetheless, Marmoush’s endorsement is powerful. Coming from a fresh arrival himself, his confidence in Khusanov’s speed could signal something deeper — a belief in the Uzbek defender’s potential to become a key figure at City rather than just a squad option.

As the season develops, all eyes will be on Khusanov when the opposition looks to break quickly or exploit transitions. If Marmoush’s statement proves accurate, then City’s speed-threat has taken on a new dimension — one that might just catch rivals off guard.

Only time will tell if Khusanov truly holds the title of fastest in the squad, but for now his claim to the mantle comes with a heavy endorsement from one of his own — and in the high-stakes world of top-level football, that endorsement might be worth its weight in gold.