Report: £225,000-a-week star would accept a pay cut to join Aston Villa

Mar 24, 2026 - 02:00

Jack Grealish is expected to seal a permanent exit from Manchester City at the end of the season, and he has been linked with a return to Aston Villa.

According to Football FanCast, the player would be willing to return to his boyhood club this summer and is prepared to take a pay cut to join them. The player earns £225,000-a-week at Manchester City, and Aston Villa will not be able to afford that.

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Jack Grealish to return?

However, the player is prepared to accept a pay cut to return to the West Midlands club. He is currently on loan at Everton and has impressed there. There is no doubt that he could be a quality addition for Aston Villa.

They need more quality and cutting-edge in the final third, and Grealish is versatile enough to operate in multiple roles.

He has extensive experience in Premier League football, and he knows the club well. He will be able to settle quickly and make an instant impact at the West Midlands club..

The player’s contract with Manchester City expires in 2027, and they will look to get rid of him quickly. They will not want to lose him for free next summer.

Where will Grealish end up?

Meanwhile, there have been rumours linking him with a permanent move to Everton as well. It remains to be seen what the player decides. There is no doubt that he would be an excellent addition to both clubs.

Returning to his boyhood club could be ideal for the player. It could give him a huge confidence boost and help him get his career back on track. Also, Aston Villa could secure Champions League qualification next season, making them an attractive destination.

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