Jack Grealish’s market value has plummeted from the £100 million Manchester City paid Aston Villa in 2021 to an estimated £38-43 million, according to a May 22, 2025, report by Geordie Boot Boys. Newcastle United, linked with the 29-year-old winger, have been informed that City would accept this reduced fee for a permanent transfer, a steep decline reflecting Grealish’s struggles for consistent minutes under Pep Guardiola. Despite featuring in 26 matches this season, Grealish has started only 14, averaging 50 minutes per appearance, with just four goals and two assists, as per Manchester Evening News. His £300,000-per-week wages further complicate any move, with City reportedly expecting Newcastle to cover a significant portion, even for a loan deal.
Newcastle’s interest stems from Grealish’s desire to revive his career under Eddie Howe, especially with the 2026 World Cup looming, after being omitted from England’s squad by Thomas Tuchel. Chronicle Live reports Grealish is open to a move to Tyneside, believing Howe’s management style could restore his form, as seen during his standout Villa days. However, Newcastle’s transfer budget, estimated at £150 million, and their focus on a goalkeeper, centre-half, right winger, and centre-forward make the deal challenging, especially with Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes already occupying left-wing roles. Alan Shearer, a Newcastle legend, emphasized Grealish’s need to decide whether to fight for his City spot or seek a fresh start, calling his England exclusion a “wake-up call.”
Fan sentiment on X, reflected in posts like @Mancman10’s, suggests Grealish’s market value could dip to £50 million, with some questioning his fit at Newcastle due to his high wages and positional overlap. Others, like @lee_ryder, highlight the “astronomical demands” of his contract as a hurdle. Despite Guardiola’s apology for Grealish’s limited playtime, describing it as tough on all bench players, the winger’s reduced role—exacerbated by City’s preference for younger talents like Savinho—signals a potential summer exit. Newcastle’s pursuit hinges on offloading players to fund the transfer, with Grealish’s two-year contract remaining a key factor.
