Jack Grealish to stay as Manchester City continue with pursuit for Crystal Palace attacking midfielder

Jack Grealish to stay as Manchester City continue with pursuit for Crystal Palace attacking midfielder

Eric Munene 16:20 - 07.08.2024

After Alvarez's departure to Atletico Madrid, Man City are looking to fill the void.

Manchester City’s transfer strategy is heating up, with the club intensifying their pursuit of Eberechi Eze as they prepare for a significant squad overhaul.

The Premier League champions are looking to replace Julian Alvarez, who is on the brink of a move to Atletico Madrid, and Eze is emerging as a key target.

Alvarez, who featured prominently for City last season, is set to leave the Etihad Stadium after expressing dissatisfaction with his role.

The Argentine forward’s imminent departure could bring in as much as £81 million, providing City with a substantial sum to reinvest in their squad.

According to the English media outlet Express UK, Manchester City’s interest in Eberechi Eze has reached a critical point.

The attacking midfielder, currently with Crystal Palace, is a long-standing target for City.

Last summer, City’s approach for Eze was turned down, but with Alvarez’s exit on the horizon, the club is prepared to make a renewed push.

Initial reports suggest that securing Eze could cost around £68 million. As a full England international, Eze’s addition would bolster City’s attacking options and fill the void left by Alvarez.

Meanwhile, Jack Grealish’s future at Manchester City has been a topic of speculation, especially after a challenging season that saw him miss out on England’s Euro 2024 squad.

Despite the uncertainty, Pep Guardiola has expressed unwavering support for the former Aston Villa star.

Guardiola remains confident in Grealish’s ability to return to his best form. The City manager noted that while Grealish struggled last season, he is optimistic that Grealish will regain his previous level of performance.

Guardiola emphasized that Grealish’s contribution to City’s treble-winning campaign two seasons ago still holds value and believes that the player will rebound strongly.

With the potential acquisition of Eze and Guardiola’s endorsement of Grealish, City’s plans for the upcoming season are beginning to take shape.

Tags: