Jack Grealish’s time at Manchester City seems to be hanging by a thread as the 2025 season draws to a close.
Once one of the club’s marquee signings, the £100 million playmaker from Aston Villa now finds himself sidelined and facing an uncertain future.
Recent developments suggest that talks about his next move are imminent.
Sitting on the Bench and Missing Key Matches
It’s been a tough year for Grealish. Since the start of 2025, he has barely featured in the Premier League, clocking only 143 minutes over six appearances.
More strikingly, he hasn’t been taken off the bench in 11 matches and was even left out of the matchday squad for the recent trip to Fulham, a crucial fixture for Manchester City’s campaign.
He was also an unused substitute during the FA Cup final where City lost to Crystal Palace and didn’t even make the trip with his teammates to Craven Cottage.
This sidelining has raised serious questions about his role at the club moving forward.
Talks About Grealish’s Future Are on the Horizon
Pep Guardiola has confirmed that decisions regarding Grealish’s future will be made soon.
The club’s management, including director of football Txiki Begiristain and incoming successor Hugo Viana, are expected to be involved in those discussions.
While no official announcement has been made, sources suggest that Grealish could even miss the upcoming Club World Cup in the United States if a transfer is on the cards.
Despite limited game time this year, Grealish is expected to attract interest from other clubs eager to sign him.
However, his hefty weekly wage of around £300,000 and two years left on his contract could complicate potential moves.
From Treble Hero to Fringe Player
Grealish’s fall from grace has been quite dramatic.
Just two seasons ago, he was a key player in City’s historic Treble-winning campaign.
Now, the final blow seems to have come in the FA Cup final, where Guardiola opted to bring on a young debutant, Claudio Echeverri, over Grealish in a desperate attempt to change the game.
This choice sparked criticism from football experts like Alan Shearer.
Shearer voiced his opinion bluntly, saying Grealish’s time at City is over.
“His time is up, he has to leave,” Shearer said. “Pep doesn’t like him, his time is done at Man City.”
Such strong comments highlight the strained relationship between the manager and the player.
Guardiola Stays Tight-Lipped but Acknowledges Talks Will Happen
After the FA Cup defeat, Guardiola remained calm but clear that the decision lies with the club’s leadership and Grealish’s agents.
“What is going to happen will happen,” he said.
Guardiola emphasized that for Grealish to stay, he’ll need to regain playing time and form, but acknowledged that the situation was out of his hands for now.
Grealish’s Farewell to De Bruyne’s Send-Off Shows He’s Still in the Mix
Despite his struggles this season, Grealish was notably the last to leave Kevin De Bruyne’s farewell party.
The Belgian legend, who is moving to Napoli, organized a night out for teammates and their families in Manchester.
Grealish stuck around until the early hours, suggesting he remains close to his teammates even as his future at the club grows uncertain.
What’s Next for Jack Grealish?
With summer approaching, all eyes are on Manchester City to see what happens next.
Will Grealish fight to regain his spot under Guardiola, or is a big transfer on the horizon? The clock is ticking for the 29-year-old to find regular game time, especially if he hopes to return to England’s national squad under Thomas Tuchel.