Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has hinted at the possibility of Jack Grealish returning to the club from his loan at Everton. Grealish, who has made a notable impact at Everton, joined on a season-long loan from City in August 2025. His transition came after a period of reduced prominence at the Etihad Stadium.
Guardiola Discusses Grealish’s Future
Guardiola shared his thoughts on Grealish’s performance, emphasizing his importance in Everton’s recent games. “I think he has a contract for one more year with us,” Guardiola stated. He acknowledged that the potential for a return could arise depending on future developments.
The manager expressed satisfaction with Grealish’s return to form, noting, “It’s important he is playing again, a lot of minutes. I’m really happy that he’s back in.” He did, however, confirm that Grealish would not be participating in the upcoming Premier League match against his parent club, City.
Haaland’s Stellar Performance
In addition to discussing Grealish, Guardiola praised Erling Haaland for his extraordinary performance this season. Haaland has scored 21 goals in just 12 appearances for both Manchester City and Norway. His achievements include a five-goal game against Moldova and a hat trick against Israel, potentially leading Norway to World Cup qualification since 1998.
Guardiola noted Haaland’s remarkable consistency, stating that the only match this season where he did not score for City resulted in a loss to Tottenham in September. Haaland’s tally for the club has now reached 136 goals since his transfer from Borussia Dortmund in 2022.
Guardiola’s Admiration for Haaland
Guardiola also shared a light-hearted remark, indicating that if he were an opposing manager, he might need to deploy multiple defenders to contain Haaland’s skill. “He’s a top-class player. There are very few players in world football who can make a difference, and he is one of them,” Guardiola stated.
Reflecting on Haaland’s current form, Guardiola declared, “I think this is the best he has been. He feels really good, and his performance levels are outstanding.” He expressed confidence in Haaland’s ability to maintain his form but mentioned he would be there to support him through any potential low periods.
Conclusion
As the season progresses, both Jack Grealish and Erling Haaland are under the spotlight for their significant contributions. While Grealish’s future at City remains uncertain, his excellent form at Everton has certainly caught the attention of Guardiola. Meanwhile, Haaland continues to establish himself as a key player for City and one of the best strikers in the world.
