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Grealish clarifies absence from Manchester City’s pre-season tour

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 12:33 PM

Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Grealish clarifies absence from Manchester City’s pre-season tour

Summary

Jack Grealish has denied rumors that he was snubbed for Manchester City’s pre-season tour due to recovery from injury. The England international, currently in the final year of his City contract, underwent season-ending foot surgery in February after a loan spell at Everton. He expressed frustration over suggestions he was left out of the squad, clarifying his ongoing rehabilitation process. New City manager Enzo Maresca acknowledged Grealish's situation, confirming the player remains part of the club while he recovers.

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•Grealish is recovering from a foot injury sustained last season.
•He expressed frustration over rumors of being left out.
•New manager Enzo Maresca confirmed Grealish is still a City player.
•Grealish is in the final year of his contract.

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12:33 PMYahoo Sports — Grealish shuts down talk he was snubbed for City’s pre-season tour

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Jack Grealish has shut down talk he was snubbed for Manchester City’s pre-season tour as the playmaker continues his return from injury. The 30-year-old made a £100 million ($133 million) move from boyhood club Aston Villa to the Etihad Stadium in 2021 and has won three Premier League titles.
— Yahoo Sports

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