Pep Guardiola Decides Fate of €117 Million Man
Pep Guardiola Decides Fate of €117 Million Man
Sporadic form limited him to 31 appearances this term, contributing 3 goals and 5 assists
With his contract running until 2027
Jack Grealish’s future at Manchester City has been the subject of intense speculation this season, but Pep Guardiola has now made his decision.
From Villa Hero to City Fringe
Grealish arrived at the Etihad as the Premier League’s most expensive domestic transfer, billed as a creative spark.
However, recurring minor injuries and sporadic form limited him to 31 appearances this term, contributing 3 goals and 5 assists.
With City pushing on multiple fronts—Premier League title defence, Europa League and domestic cups—Guardiola’s rotation left Grealish often overlooked.
🚨 Manchester City do not intend to let Jack Grealish leave on loan in the summer.
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) April 30, 2025
He is seen as a senior figure at the club and would not be allowed to leave ‘temporarily’.
(Source: @talkSPORT) pic.twitter.com/oiNe8GUYVu
Loan Exit Rumours Quashed
Reports in British media suggested City might loan Grealish out this summer. Yet, TalkSport now insists that Guardiola and the club have no intention of sending him away. Instead, Grealish is viewed as an important “dressing-room figure,” whose leadership and experience are valued even if his on-pitch minutes remain limited.
Contract: Until July 2027
Market value: €35 million (Transfermarkt)
This season: 31 apps, 3 goals, 5 assists
What Next for Grealish?
Guardiola’s endorsement signals that Grealish will remain at City for at least another season. The Spaniard is expected to integrate him selectively in cup ties and as an impact substitute in the league and Europa League. With his contract running until 2027, Grealish will have ample opportunity to regain form and justify his hefty price tag.
City fans will watch closely to see if Grealish can recapture the flair that made him a Villa legend—and prove that Guardiola’s faith is well placed.
