Jack Grealish continues to face uncertainty as to where his future lies with the new season fast approaching, a new report has indicated.The England international endured a hugely frustrating 2024/25 ...
Jack Grealish continues to face uncertainty as to where his future lies with the new season fast approaching, a new report has indicated.
The England international endured a hugely frustrating 2024/25 season at Manchester City, impacted by fitness issues and strong competition for minutes in Pep Guardiola’s attacking rotation.
While still highly regarded internally at the club, Jack Grealish’s on-field output and overall rhythm dipped following the club’s treble-winning high, leading to increased questions over his long-term role at the Etihad Stadium.
City’s left-wing options have only become more competitive, with Jeremy Doku growing in influence, and Omar Marmoush operating in the role on various occasions following his arrival from Eintracht Frankfurt in January.
Phil Foden, meanwhile, remains indispensable and capable of playing wide when required, and there are hopes that he can find his best form after a drop last campaign. This backdrop has made Jack Grealish’s position a point of intrigue as clubs from across the Premier League begin to weigh up an opportunistic swoop.
In recent days, former City manager Stuart Pearce also added to the growing chorus of voices suggesting that Grealish may benefit from a move abroad. However, it now appears that the likelier outcome, if any, would keep him on home soil.
According to the information of Flashscore’s Dean Jones, West Ham have made informal contact regarding Jack Grealish’s situation as they explore the possibility of signing the England international before the new season begins.
It is further revealed that Everton are another club interested, while Thomas Frank and Tottenham also hold a genuine interest. As for a move abroad, that is currently described as a ‘small possibility’ with sources close to the player dismissing links to AC Milan and Napoli.
At present, it is insisted that a permanent transfer away from the Etihad Stadium is not being considered, with those close to City indicating that a loan is viewed as the most realistic solution this summer in a situation that is beginning to intensify.
Should Manchester City opt for a loan, it would mark a significant — but potentially temporary — turning point in Jack Grealish’s Etihad Stadium career.
While Pep Guardiola has been reluctant to part with senior players lightly, the player’s need for consistent football and Manchester City’s stacked attacking depth could align to make a season-long move beneficial for all parties.
West Ham, in particular, could offer Grealish both a prominent role and a London-based setting, while Tottenham may view the deal as a chance to add creativity without the financial commitment of a permanent fee.
As for Everton, rebuilding under new leadership and the opportunity to become a poster signing ahead of their Bramley-Moore Dock move from Goodison Park, would offer him a starring role but perhaps less certainty in terms of competitiveness.
From City’s perspective, a loan would preserve Grealish’s value and allow time for a decisive review in 12 months. Whether that future lies back in Manchester, or elsewhere on a permanent basis, could well be shaped by the coming weeks — and the club’s evolving transfer business ahead of a new Premier League title push.
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