Jack Grealish to Aston Villa — Rumour

Jack Grealish

Man City

Aston Villa

summer window 2026

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State of the deal

Unverified chatter from Abbie Meehan (football.london) suggests Jack Grealish's potential return to Aston Villa is off, reportedly due to Unai Emery's interest in Alejandro Garnacho. The deal remains at the rumour stage, with no fee or personal terms agreed.

Timeline · 2 reports

BBC Sport Staff34 Aug
Rumour
Aston Villa are reportedly exploring a bid to re-sign their former star, Jack Grealish. The midfielder currently plays for Manchester City.
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Abbie Meehan426 Jul
Deal off
Jack Grealish's potential return to Aston Villa has been thwarted by Unai Emery's move for Alejandro Garnacho. The England winger, who spent the 2025-26 season on loan at Everton from Man City, now faces a pivotal decision about his future. Everton may now see an opportunity to b
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Elsewhere in this race

What the other clubs chasing him have done. These reports belong to their deals, not this one.

AtléticoRumour

Jack Grealish linked with Atlético Madrid and Al Hilal moves

Isaac Seelochan · T4 · 3 Aug · 1 report

EvertonRumour

Everton fans demand Jack Grealish re-signing amid transfer speculation

Alex Richards · T4 · 3 Aug · 12 reports