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Jack Grealish returns to Manchester City squad as transfer deadline approaches

The winger is back from an Achilles injury and in the final year of his contract, with his future at the club undecided.

Updated Aug 25, 2026 · 06:19 UTC1 reports

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Jack Grealish has returned to fitness and made two substitute appearances for Manchester City under new manager Enzo Maresca.
His future remains uncertain as he enters the final year of his contract, with the transfer window set to close on September 1.
Everton remains interested in Grealish following a loan spell last season, though no formal offer has been made.

Jack Grealish is back in the Manchester City squad after his season-long loan at Everton was cut short in January due to an Achilles tendon injury.[BBC News]
Grealish is currently in the final year of his contract at Manchester City.[BBC News]
The winger has made two substitute appearances this season, playing in the Community Shield against Arsenal and the Premier League opening match against Bournemouth.[BBC News]
Everton chief executive Angus Kinnear confirmed that the club has stayed in contact with Grealish, though City sources state no concrete offers have been made yet.[BBC News]

It is unclear whether Grealish will remain with Manchester City, go out on loan, or be transferred permanently before the transfer deadline.[BBC News]