Manchester City Remove Jack Grealish from First-Team Training as Summer Exit Looms

Club hopes to finalize transfer by the end of July amid lack of offers

Manchester City have taken a firm step toward offloading Jack Grealish, removing the England international from first-team training as they seek to sell him during the current transfer window. The decision highlights the club’s clear stance on Grealish’s future, with Pep Guardiola reportedly no longer including him in squad plans.

Player sidelined from first-team setup

According to reports from the English press, Grealish has been training separately under a personal coach, a directive issued by City’s board in early July. This strategic distancing is aimed at facilitating the winger’s exit and signaling to potential suitors that the club is serious about letting him go.

Guardiola has already communicated to Grealish’s representatives that he will not feature in upcoming fixtures and that the club is prioritizing a sale this summer.

Market struggles slow exit

Despite City’s intent, interest in the 28-year-old has been limited. The club had hoped that Grealish’s high-profile status and Premier League experience would attract offers early in the window, but so far no formal bids have been submitted.

One of the few clubs to express interest was Aston Villa, which explored a potential reunion in early June. However, no talks progressed with the player’s entourage, and the Midlands club has since shifted focus.

Grealish open to European move

With limited Premier League interest, Grealish’s representatives have begun offering the player to clubs across Europe. While several smaller teams have shown interest, no deal has been finalized. The winger is said to be open to any offer that guarantees regular playing time and a chance to revive his career.

City’s deadline: end of July

Manchester City are eager to finalize the player’s departure before the end of July, hoping the situation resolves ahead of the 2025/26 season kickoff. The club sees his transfer as a crucial step in clearing wage space and reshaping the squad, as part of a broader restructuring under Guardiola.

If no solution is found soon, the club may be forced to reevaluate Grealish’s situation in August, potentially accepting a loan or a reduced fee to facilitate his exit.