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Maresca Leaves Door Open for Jack Grealish at Manchester City

The new manager’s stance matters because Grealish is close to full fitness and City must decide his future before the transfer window closes.

Overview

  • Enzo Maresca said at his first press conference that Grealish is a Manchester City player and that he will try to coach squad members while they remain at the club.
  • Grealish is rehabbing a stress fracture suffered in January, has undergone surgery, and has posted that he is 'nearly there' as he moves closer to full training.
  • Everton remain interested in re-signing him but Manchester City are reported to prefer a permanent sale and Grealish has only one year left on his City contract.
  • Before his injury Grealish made a strong impact on loan at Everton, scoring twice, providing six assists and creating a high number of chances.
  • With City about to begin pre-season and the summer transfer window still open, Grealish’s fitness will be the key factor that shapes whether he stays at City, returns to Everton, or moves elsewhere.