Jack Grealish’s time at Manchester City may be approaching a crossroads. Four years after arriving in a record-breaking £100 million transfer, the England international appears to be on the fringes of Pep Guardiola’s plans. With a pivotal season ahead and the 2026 World Cup on the horizon, Grealish is actively exploring a loan move to reignite his career—and several Premier League clubs are taking notice.
Grealish Out of Favor at Manchester City
Once the most expensive British player in history, Grealish has found his place at City increasingly uncertain. The 29-year-old was notably excluded from the squad for the Club World Cup in the U.S. this summer—a signal many interpret as the beginning of the end of his time under Guardiola. With competition intensifying and younger talents emerging, City may now be open to facilitating his departure on a temporary basis.
City reportedly aren’t pursuing a permanent transfer, but a loan move is firmly on the table. Given Grealish’s reported £300,000-a-week wages, any potential deal would require the club to subsidize a significant portion of his salary.
West Ham Explore Potential Deal
West Ham United have emerged as early contenders in the race to sign Grealish. The Hammers, seeking attacking reinforcements after Mohammed Kudus’ exit, have made informal inquiries about bringing the midfielder to East London.
However, the challenge lies in convincing Grealish to join a club that struggled last season and has yet to show significant progress under manager Graham Potter. Despite West Ham’s ambition, the move may hinge more on Grealish’s priorities than the club’s offer.
Spurs and Everton Also Monitoring Situation
Tottenham Hotspur are considered serious suitors and currently represent the most attractive Premier League destination for Grealish. With a top-tier squad and European aspirations, Spurs could offer the attacking midfielder both playing time and a platform to recapture the form that once made him England’s most exciting talent.
Everton, too, are keeping tabs on the situation. The Toffees are eager to build momentum as they prepare for their long-awaited move to a new stadium. Adding a high-profile name like Grealish would provide a major statement of intent.
Newcastle United had previously expressed interest, but sources suggest their focus has shifted elsewhere, particularly toward signing striker Hugo Ekitike.
No European Move on the Horizon—for Now
While a move abroad has not been ruled out, links to Serie A clubs AC Milan and Napoli have cooled. Sources close to the player downplayed the possibility of a switch to Italy, making a Premier League stay the most realistic outcome at this stage.
As preseason ramps up and the new campaign looms, pressure is mounting for Grealish to find the right environment to reboot his career. With England’s World Cup squad selections just a year away, this summer’s decision could be one of the most important of his career.
