West Ham have emerged as a surprise contender in the race to sign Manchester City's Jack Grealish, with the East London club reportedly making enquiries about the 29-year-old winger as they aim to bolster their attacking options. However, with financial hurdles and competition from other Premier League sides, the deal remains a complex challenge.
A Marquee Signing
According to reports from Caught Offside, West Ham have initiated discussions to gauge the feasibility of signing Grealish, who has been deemed surplus to requirements at Manchester City. The former Aston Villa captain, who joined City in a record-breaking £100 million deal in 2021, has struggled for consistent game time, managing just 735 minutes in the Premier League during the 2024/25 season. His exclusion from Manchester City’s 27-man squad for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup has intensified speculation about his future, with Pep Guardiola openly stating that Grealish needs regular minutes, whether at City or elsewhere.
Why West Ham Want Grealish
West Ham’s interest comes on the heels of significant squad changes, notably the £55 million departure of Mohammed Kudus to Tottenham Hotspur. With Lucas Paqueta’s future uncertain due to an ongoing FA investigation into alleged betting breaches, the Hammers are in desperate need of a creative spark in their attacking setup. Grealish, with his flair, versatility, and proven Premier League pedigree, is seen as an ideal candidate to fill this void and become a central figure in Potter’s squad rebuild.
West Ham are the latest team to show an interest in Jack Grealish.@DeanJonesSoccer pic.twitter.com/jOETC0vyft
— Central (@WestHam_Central) July 16, 2025
Can He Still Deliver?
Grealish’s appeal lies in his ability to entertain and deliver in crucial moments. Despite his limited minutes at City, he remains a player capable of getting fans off their seats. His record at Aston Villa, where he was voted Player of the Season in 2019/20 and scored eight goals in the Premier League, demonstrates his potential to be a game-changer. For West Ham, who have struggled for consistency under Potter following a disappointing 2024/25 campaign, Grealish could provide the guile and goals needed to replace Kudus and potentially Paqueta.
