Man City star who lost playing time under Guardiola could be sold

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Manchester City has a star-studded roster, but it looks like not all of their big-name players are considered untouchable. Accordingly Football Insiderthe Premier League team is open to a sale Jack Grealish in summer.

According to the report, the 28-year-old is seen as a player who could help the club raise money for further signings next season. The England international came off the bench in most games this season, but he played from the start crucial devices.

Grealish made 33 appearances across all competitions this season, with just three goals and three assists. But while he just did nine starts in 17 Premier League games, The winger was in the starting line-up for big games such as the Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid and the FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea.

Grealish played a crucial role in City's treble last season, but his performance declined in the 2023/24 season. His last goal for the Sky Blues came in Decemberin a 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace.

Jack Grealish has nothing but praise for Pep Guardiola

“I had my own problems, even off the pitch, and he always talked to me and was there for meGrealish recently said of Guardiola, via The Independent. “I think sometimes when he says things in the press like 'The better Jack trains, the better he'll play' – he's said something like that – I just think a big meal can be made out of that , but he and I have a great relationship and we get along really well. I have already said that in my opinion he is the best manager in the world. I feel like I owe him something. Hopefully that's what I can do in these big games towards the end of the seasonO.”

Grealish moved from Aston Villa to Manchester City in the summer of 2021 for a then-record transfer fee of 117.50 million euros. In the end, he lived up to that award by contributing to the club's historic season in 2022-23, as many did surprised to see him fighting this designation.

“I just think sometimes you just don't feel confident in your own head when you're not playing and probably not up to it in training either“,” Grealish said. “I had such a good season, especially last year. I played a lot and was one of the main players in the team and took part in all the games and all the important games.

“This year I had a dead leg at the start of the season which kept me out for a month and then I didn't play as much. I don't think my form was the best and I didn't play with a lot of confidence. In the new year I also had a few groin injuries again. Of course I haven't scored a goal recently, but I feel good, I feel fit and I feel like I'm playing with a lot of confidence.”

Pep Guardiola shows public support for Grealish

Despite transfer rumors fueled by the heated moment between Guardiola and Grealish following the goalless draw against Arsenal earlier this month, the City manager made it clear: how highly he values ​​the winger.

“He has to demand of himself to get back to where he was, especially last season and throughout his time at Aston Villa. I'm looking forward to giving him minutes. Now he is taking steps to be his best and that is all. We need him, we need everyone and we need Jack“said Guardiola. “He is doing everything he can to get back to his best level and is now competing with players at a high level. That's the only reason for it. This season he wasn't as good as last season, but he's getting better. He's been doing better and better lately this season and we're looking forward to it.”