Manchester City Drops Jack Grealish From Fulham Squad Ahead Champions League Talks

Jack Grealish has been omitted from Manchester City's squad for their crucial final Premier League match against Fulham, signaling that the 29-year-old winger's future at the club is uncertain. Despite his £100 million transfer from Aston Villa in 2021 and past contributions to City's treble-winning season, Grealish has struggled for playing time this season, featuring in only a handful of matches and starting just once in the league this year. Pep Guardiola is expected to hold talks with Grealish this summer to decide his fate, with a summer exit considered likely amid interest from clubs like Newcastle United. However, Grealish's substantial £300,000 weekly wage and two years remaining on his contract could complicate any transfer, making a loan move a more probable option. His omission from the squad also casts doubt on his involvement in the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup. Grealish's diminished role and recent snub in critical matches have prompted speculation that he may seek regular playing time elsewhere to revive his England career under manager Thomas Tuchel.