Eddie Howe’s Newcastle United are ready to ramp up their efforts to sign Manchester City outcast Jack Grealish.
According to a report from Football Insider, Newcastle United are keen on acquiring the services of Jack Grealish as their manager, Eddie Howe, is a massive admirer of the English international. He feels the Manchester City star could prove to be an X-factor player for them.
Grealish made a name for himself at Aston Villa and on the back of his consistent performances in the top flight, he secured a £100 million move to City in the summer of 2021. While he did a decent job in the initial years, the 29-year-old has failed to live up to the price tag.
Over the last two seasons, he has slowly gone down the pecking order under Pep Guardiola. Last season, Grealish only started seven league games and was on the pitch for a total of just 715 minutes. The lack of game time has cost him his place on the England national team.
Grealish is pushing for a move away from City
He is not happy with his position at City and is pushing for a move away as he looks to force his way into Thomas Tuchel’s plans ahead of the World Cup next summer. Everton are one of the clubs that are interested in signing the City outcast.
He is reportedly excited by the Merseyside club’s interest. The glamour of their new stadium and a possible starting role is attractive to the former Villa star. He feels joining the Toffees could certainly help get his career back on track.
Newcastle set to rival Everton for Grealish
While Everton are working on a potential deal, Newcastle are also keen on his signature and are looking to step up their interest. The Magpies are already closing in on Anthony Elanga’s services, and with Anthony Gordon, Harvey Barnes, and Jacob Murphy already in the squad, Howe still wants to add Grealish to the mix.
He believes the 29-year-old could add a cutting edge to their attack. As a result, the club are ready to intensify their efforts to sign him. They are better placed to afford the massive £350,000-a-week wages he earns at City, who would still have to part-fund the move in what would most likely be a loan deal.