English winger Jack Grealish of Manchester City may change clubs in the current transfer window. The 30-year-old spent last season on loan at Everton, but due to injury, he missed the latter part of the season. Now all parties are keen on a permanent transfer.
Interest from Spain and the Diego Simeone factor
According to The Sun, Atletico Madrid are showing serious interest in Grealish. The club's head coach Diego Simeone highly values the winger's work rate both on and off the ball. A move to the Spanish club would allow the Englishman to return to the Champions League level. Simeone has previously worked successfully with other English players such as Kieran Trippier and Conor Gallagher.
A romantic return to Aston Villa
An alternative and emotional scenario remains Grealish's return to his hometown Aston Villa. The winger is still a hero for the fans at Villa Park.
The Birmingham club competes in the Champions League and is capable of offering reasonable compensation to Manchester City or arranging a loan with an option to buy. The main condition for the deal remains the player's willingness to accept a pay cut.
Options from Saudi Arabia and MLS
In addition to European clubs, three representatives from Saudi Arabia are also interested, willing to offer the Englishman a salary ranging from £17 million to £21 million per year. The situation is being monitored in MLS as well, but Grealish prioritises continuing to play in European competitions.
