It’s the headline that no one saw coming — but maybe we should have. Jack Grealish, Manchester City’s £100 million show pony, might be allowed to leave for free. That’s right, nada. According to former club advisor Stefan Borson, City could decide to cut their losses and wave goodbye to the Gucci-loving midfielder with zero return.
For a club obsessed with efficiency and control, this would be a stunning admission that the Grealish gamble just hasn’t paid off. The once-unstoppable Villa talisman has become a luxury item in Pep Guardiola’s squad — expensive, flashy, and largely ornamental this season. With only 16 starts, 3 goals, and whispers of dressing room frustration, the writing’s on the wall… and it’s in bold.
What makes this twist even juicier? The financial reality. At £300k a week, Grealish is one of the highest earners in a team that’s already bursting with options. Selling him is tricky; few clubs can match those wages, and fewer still want to pay a premium for a player riding the bench.
So what’s the escape route? Saudi clubs are circling. Tottenham’s name keeps popping up. But don’t be surprised if Jack pulls a headline-grabbing move of his own — he’s no stranger to drama.
Whether it’s a free transfer shock or a mega-money shift abroad, one thing’s clear: Grealish’s Man City fairytale is fizzling out fast, and someone’s about to grab a front-row seat to the plot twist.
