Star Manchester City Player Plans to Leave in Summer Following Contentious Decision by Manager Pep Guardiola
Manchester City Star Jack Grealish Hints at Departure at Season's End
Sources close to Grealish have reportedly indicated his intentions to seek a transfer from Manchester City, amid persistent speculation about his future at the Etihad. This development comes after Grealish was left on the bench during the FA Cup final against Crystal Palace, despite City's efforts to level the game.
The Citizens suffered a 1-0 defeat at Wembley, marking their fifth consecutive year without a major trophy since their 2017 triumph. This potential displacement could add to the club's current woes, as they aim to secure a Champions League spot.
Grealish's appearances have been limited this season, with manager Pep Guardiola favoring other players, such as Jeremy Doku, Phil Foden, Savinho, and Omar Marmoush. The versatile winger has started just seven Premier League matches from his 20 outings, with his only league goal registered in the 2-0 victory over Leicester last month.
Should his departure materialize, sources claim that Grealish will not be permitted to leave on loan and will instead seek a permanent move. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has echoed these sentiments, stating that Grealish’s exit from Manchester City is "almost guaranteed" this summer.
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has gone so far as to suggest that Grealish's time at City has come to an end. Shearer, in an interview on The Rest Is Football, stated that his exclusion from the squad against Palace shows that he is not a part of Guardiola's plans.
With potential destinations such as Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea reportedly interested, it remains to be seen where Grealish might land if he departs Manchester City this summer.
[1] "Man City not commenting on reports that Grealish will be axed from the squad, with Champions League qualification on the line."[2] "Jack Grealish is expected to leave Manchester City in the upcoming transfer window due to lack of playing time and changing squad dynamics, with Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea emerging as the most likely destinations."[3] "Fabrizio Romano on Twitter: Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) February 27, 2025 at 10:50 AM: I've been told by Manchester City sources that Jack Grealish won't be allowed to leave the club on loan during the summer transfer window."[4] "City are not commenting on reports that Grealish will be axed from the squad, with Champions League qualification on the line."
[1] "Grealish, dissatisfied with his limited playing time at Manchester City, is reportedly seeking a transfer, potentially headed towards Tottenham Hotspur or Chelsea, aiming to secure a permanent move beyond the summer."
[2] "The Premier League and European leagues, specifically the Champions League, remain top priority for Pep Guardiola, whose favoritism for other players, like Doku, Foden, Savinho, and Marmoush, has left Grealish with only seven starts in the league this season."
[3] "Analysis of the sports scene suggests that Grealisth's future at Manchester City could be in question, as his exclusion from the FA Cup final against Crystal Palace ignites speculation about his departure."
[4] "Former Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer, in an interview, has indicated that Grealish's time at City might be reaching its conclusion, as Guardiola seems to have other plans for the squad."
[5] "Although Manchester City has yet to officially comment on the matter, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano affirms that the club will not permit Grealish to leave on loan, and his exit is most likely this summer."
[6] "Should Grealish indeed secure a transfer, it would mark the end of his tenure at the Etihad, as he looks to rekindle his football career in a new promising environment, with Tottenham or Chelsea."
