Amid expected upheaval at Manchester City, the club is preparing to make key decisions that could see several high-profile players depart, clearing space for new signings in the upcoming transfer window. With Kevin De Bruyne and Kyle Walker already confirmed to leave, speculation surrounds the futures of others like Bernardo Silva, Ederson, and Ruben Dias, who may also be on the move in search of fresh challenges.
One of the most notable potential exits is Jack Grealish. According to El Nacional, the winger is nearing the end of his time at City. Initially signed from Aston Villa for a club-record €116 million following strong interest from Pep Guardiola, Grealish was expected to shine as one of the Premier League’s brightest talents. However, despite featuring prominently during City’s treble-winning season, he has struggled with inconsistent performances, injuries, and off-field distractions.
These issues have seen him lose his starting role, face widespread criticism, and even be left out of the England squad. Manchester City is now ready to sell the player, though they acknowledge that recovering the full transfer fee is unlikely. Grealish’s high wages and decline in form make a transfer challenging, but the club has begun actively searching for suitors.
He has reportedly attracted attention from several Premier League teams—Newcastle, Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Tottenham—as well as clubs in Italy and Germany. However, no formal bids have been made.
In a surprising development, Guardiola attempted to initiate talks with Barcelona president Joan Laporta and sporting director Deco, believing Grealish might fit into Hansi Flick’s plans for the Spanish side. But Barcelona quickly dismissed the idea, with Flick reportedly uninterested and the club’s management opting to explore other attacking options more aligned with their long-term strategy.
