According to a recent report by The Daily Mirror, Aston Villa have put an £80m price-tag on their club captain Jack Grealish amid interest from Manchester United this summer. The same source has also stated that the English playmaker is weighing up his future options this week after helping his boyhood club avoid relegation from the Premier League last weekend.
Grealish’s Eye-Catching Form At Villa Park Last Season
Grealish enjoyed an outstanding season with the Villans after producing a series of match-winning performances as the chief orchestrator of Dean Smith’s attack. He has made 41 appearances for the West Midlands outfit in the previous campaign, netting ten goals and providing eight assists across all fronts which showcase his incredible impact in the attacking third of the pitch.
Despite his team’s recent struggles, the 24-year-old has done well to put in some battling displays in the opposition half and has averaged 0.8 tackles, 0.6 interceptions, 2.0 shots, 2.5 key passes and 2.0 dribbles per game in the Premier League last season. He has also taken care of the ball when distributing it as evidenced by his pass completion rate of 84.8% in league football (stats via whoscored).
Grealish has also represented England at the Under-21 level but is still waiting to get his first senior call-up from Gareth Southgate. Maybe a summer switch to Old Trafford could provide him with a more prominent platform to showcase his talents and secure a place in the Three Lions squad for next summer’s UEFA European Championship finals.
What Are The English Midfield Ace’s Best Attributes?
Grealish has a wide range of passes in his locker and can also use his quickness and ball-control to make some driving runs towards the opposition penalty box. He is not afraid to put in a tireless shift defensively when his teammates are need of his help at the back. Plus, the Villans skipper can strike the ball with a lot of power and precision. He has also got the leadership qualities to succeed at the highest level.
Why The Villans Cannot Afford To Lose Grealish This Summer
Since the West Midlands outfit managed to save their top-flight lives for another season, Dean Smith is unlikely to be forced to sell Grealish this summer. However, it seems like the English attacker is eager for a more significant challenge, so it will be difficult for the Villans to retain his services beyond this summer.
However, Smith should still try everything he can to convince Grealish to stay for another campaign as he has been Villa’s best hope for a goal going forward. The Villans will find it difficult to replace their captain, so they could be risking a potential relegation from the Premier League next season if they end up parting ways with Grealish during this summer transfer window.
