📰 Jack Grealish Edging Towards Manchester City Exit as Club World Cup Snub Sparks Transfer Talk
SME News UK. Manchester City winger Jack Grealish is set to be left out of the squad for the FIFA Club World Cup, according to The Telegraph—a decision that could pave the way for his departure this summer.The 29-year-old, signed for £100 million in 2021, is reportedly eager to secure regular first-team football ahead of next year’s World Cup, with indications that Pep Guardiola no longer sees him as a core part of his plans. While City are open to offers, a permanent transfer may require complex negotiations due to Grealish’s £300,000-a-week wag. A loan move is also being considered as a short-term solution to revive his form. ⚽ Saudi Clubs Eye Move for Spurs Captain Son Heung-minThe Daily Mail reports that Saudi Pro League clubs are preparing a renewed approach for Tottenham’s Son Heung-min, whose contract enters its final year. Although the South Korean star rejected offers last year, Tottenham may now consider bids unless a contract extension is agreed.Son, 32, has been a talisman for Spurs since joining in 2015, recently captaining the team to a Europa League triumph over Manchester United—ending the club’s 17-year trophy drought. With 454 appearances and 173 goals, his future now hangs in the balance.Liverpool are nearing a £40 million agreement to sign Milos Kerkez, the talented 21-year-old left-back from Bournemouth, according to The Telegraph. New manager Arne Slot sees Kerkez as a potential long-term successor to Andy Robertson, and negotiations—led by sporting director Richard Hughes—are progressing steadily.Kerkez, who joined Bournemouth from AZ Alkmaar in 2023, impressed last season as the Cherries achieved a top-half finish. With three years remaining on his contract, Bournemouth have set a high valuation, but a deal is expected to be finalized soon. 🔄 Sir Dave Brailsford Steps Back from Manchester United DutiesA restructuring at Manchester United will see Sir Dave Brailsford transition away from daily responsibilities at the club and return to his position as director of sport at Ineos, reports *The Daily Mail. The change comes after a disastrous season where United finished 15th in the Premier League—their worst since 1992—and lost the Europa League final to Spurs.Meanwhile, Jason Wilcox has been promoted to director of football, having joined earlier in 2024 as technical director. The shake-up signals Ineos’ intent to rebuild and reset United’s long-term strategy after a season to forget.
