Jack Grealish is expected to become one of the most in-demand players in the upcoming transfer window, with several clubs reportedly vying for his signature.
Grealish first rose to prominence at Aston Villa, where he captained the club and played a pivotal role in their promotion to the Premier League in 2019.
His performances soon caught the eye of Manchester City, who signed him for a record-breaking fee of £100m.
Despite being part of the Man City side that won the historic treble including the Champions League, he has not been able to justify his price tag at the club.
Grealish has made just 30 appearances across all competitions this season, starting only 15 of those games, showing his diminished role in the squad.
With City now open to selling him, several clubs are circling, including Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United, Aston Villa, and Nottingham Forest.
Tottenham emerge as serious contenders for Jack Grealish
According to CaughtOffside, Tottenham are one of the two serious contenders for Jack Grealish’s signature, with Newcastle being the other.
The report adds that Man City are willing to cash in on him for a fee in the region of £38-43 million.
However, Grealish’s wages could pose a problem for Tottenham, with chairman Daniel Levy known for maintaining a strict wage structure.
A move could hinge on the player’s willingness to accept a pay cut to reignite his career.
Former Premier League striker Troy Deeney has already backed Grealish to join Spurs, suggesting he would thrive with regular football in North London.
Why Jack Grealish could be a great signing for Tottenham
Despite his struggles at Manchester City, Grealish remains a top-class talent, as evidenced by his time at Aston Villa.
He was the heartbeat of their attack, racking up 32 goals and 41 assists in 213 appearances across all competitions, playing a crucial role in Villa’s promotion and subsequent survival in the Premier League.
With the club not looking to sign Timo Werner on a permanent deal and Heung-min Son’s long-term future at the club also uncertain, Grealish could end up being a great signing for the North London club.
Unlike Guardiola’s highly structured system—which often restricted Grealish’s freedom to run at defenders—a move to Tottenham could offer a more fluid, attacking environment, better suited to his strengths.
Whether a move materialises remains to be seen, with several factors at play, including the future of Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou.
Nevertheless, a fresh start could be exactly what Grealish needs to rediscover his best form.