Jack Grealish Hailed as ‘Huge Success’ at Man City Despite Goal Drought – Club Legend Defends £100m Star
Manchester City’s £100 million signing, Jack Grealish, has faced criticism for his lack of goals, but a club legend has dismissed concerns, insisting the winger has been a “huge success” under Pep Guardiola.
Despite not scoring a Premier League goal in over a year, Grealish’s impact on City’s playstyle remains undeniable. Speaking at a press conference, the former City star defended Grealish’s role:
“People focus too much on goals and assists, but football is much more than that. Grealish has been a huge success at Manchester City. His ability to retain possession, control the tempo, and create space for others is vital,” he stated.
Since his record-breaking 2021 move from Aston Villa, Grealish has often been judged by his price tag. However, Guardiola and his teammates continue to praise his influence, particularly in last season’s treble-winning campaign. His performances in key matches, such as the Champions League semi-final against Real Madrid and the FA Cup final against Manchester United, highlighted his tactical importance beyond statistics.
The club legend also emphasized that Guardiola prioritizes tactical discipline over raw numbers, making Grealish a key figure in City’s system:
“Look at how Pep uses him. He’s not just there to score goals; he’s there to control the game. If City had any doubts about him, he wouldn’t be playing in the biggest matches.”
With competition from rising stars like Jeremy Doku and Phil Foden, Grealish may need to increase his attacking output. However, as long as he remains integral to Guardiola’s strategy, his place in the squad is secure.
While some fans still question his £100m price tag, those inside the club have no doubts—Jack Grealish is an essential part of Manchester City’s success.
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