The Premier League is highly likely to see a huge move as Aston Villa star Jack Grealish is close to signing for English champions Manchester City. The club has submitted a bid of ?100m and if accepted, it will eclipse the league record Manchester United paid for their French midfielder Paul Pogba.
While Aston Villa are yet to formally respond to City’s offer – which was made on Friday – it is understood they are now willing to part ways with their captain. Now it’s up to the England star who’ll decide if he wants to play under Pep Guardiola.
Manchester City's £100m bid for Jack Grealish is expected to be accepted by Aston Villa.
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) July 31, 2021
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However, all the hints point to him being open to the move. Grealish recently deleted the tweets he made about supporting City’s arch-rivals United as a kid.
He’ll also see a rise in his wages at City. The Birmingham man was also linked with a move to Manchester United last season, but it all fizzled out.
This isn’t the only big-money move Manchester City is going for, as they have also put in a ?100m bid for Tottenham Hotspur striker, Harry Kane.
The English captain is undoubtedly the best striker in the league and Spurs chairman Daniel Levy would want to keep him at all costs. Spurs rejected City’s bid, and it’s hard to see them budging unless and until City improves their bid to over ?170m.
Fabrizio Romano reveals the details of the transfer of Jack Grealish to Manchester City
The premium voice in the terms of football transfers, Romano revealed the details of this huge transfer. Manchester City wants to complete the deal in the next few days and they have also been put on a deadline by Aston Villa.
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Additionally, if the two clubs reach an agreement any time soon, then Grealish’s medical won’t be a problem.
Manchester City are pushing to complete Jack Grealish deal “in the next few days”. Medical ready if total agreement will be reached with Aston Villa. 🔵 #MCFC
Official talks started two days ago with a deadline: agreement within next week or Jack will sign a new deal with #AVFC. https://t.co/UoqYU0ILzC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 30, 2021
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This will be a huge transfer for the club as they try to get their hands on the elusive UEFA Champions League crown. Grealish will surely help them get there as the attacking midfielder was one of the best players in the league for Aston Villa last season.
