Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has given an update on Jack Grealish’s future at the Etihad Stadium after a difficult season for the England international. Grealish’s Manchester City adventure looks like it could be over. The £100million signing played his part in City’s 2022-23 Treble triumph, but the last two years have been a struggle.
With doubts surrounding his stay at the Etihad, the following are potential transfer options for the winger if his stay in Manchester comes to an end:
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Aston Villa – A Homecoming for the £100m Man
Jack Grealish, has played just 39 Premier League games over the last two seasons, with only 10 starts in 2023/24. A return to Aston Villa, where he scored 32 goals and provided 43 assists in 213 appearances, could reignite his career. Villa, now in the Champions League, may need reinforcements if Leon Bailey (15 G/A in 2023/24) departs.
Manchester United – Left-Wing Vacancy if Rashford Leaves
Marcus Rashford’s future is uncertain after a disappointing season (8 goals in 43 games). Grealish, who created 1.3 chances per 90 in limited minutes, could fill the gap. United have previously signed ex-City stars like Jadon Sancho, though a deal would hinge on City’s asking price—likely £40m+ given his £300k-per-week wages.
AC Milan – English Success Stories in Serie A
AC Milan have revived English talents like Ruben Loftus-Cheek (14 G/A in 2023/24) and Fikayo Tomori. With Rafael Leão potentially leaving (€100m release clause), Grealish could slot in as a creative winger. Serie A’s slower tempo may suit his style—he completed 2.3 dribbles per game at Villa, though just 1.1 at City this season.
Fenerbahce – Mourinho’s Reclamation Project
José Mourinho’s Fenerbahce finished 2nd in the Süper Lig and could offer Grealish a fresh start. The Turkish side already have ex-Premier League players like Fred (7 G/A in 2023/24) and Caglar Soyuncu. Grealish’s marketability (5.4m Instagram followers) would also boost their global profile.
Al Hilal – Saudi’s Next Big Signing?
Saudi Pro League clubs are targeting Premier League stars, and Al Hilal—2023/24 league champions—could afford Grealish’s wages. They lost Neymar to injury and may seek a marquee left-winger. Riyad Mahrez (24 G/A in Saudi) has thrived there, and Grealish could follow, with a fee of £50m+ feasible for the oil-rich league.
Grealish’s £100m transfer fee and wages complicate a move, but Villa or Saudi Arabia seem the most realistic. If he stays in Europe, Milan or United could gamble on his creativity—if Pep Guardiola truly lets him go.