Published 16:39 IST, October 12th 2020

De Bruyne hints at Man City move for Jack Grealish, claims City stars have been talking

Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has hinted at Jack Grealish's potential move to the Etihad, claiming that the players have been talking about him.

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Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish has been on top of his game for past season, bossing midfield for Dean Smith's side. His performances, however, haven't proved fruitful in helping him sign for a new club, after which he agreed to extend his contract with Aston Villa. This, for better, might change soon, with Manchester City midfielder Kevin de Bruyne hinting at club's interest in signing England international.

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De Bruyne hints at Jack Grealish transfer 

Jack Grealish was in top form during his side's 7-2 hammering of defending Premier League champions Liverpool. He also bagged an assist with England national team in friendly against Wales. Seemingly, his performances haven't gone unticed by Man City. 

According to a report by Birmingham Live, De Bruyne has heaped praise on Aston Villa midfielder. Belgium international claims he rates Jack Grealish highly in Premier League. He has spoken about England international with his Man City teammates as well, De Bruyne added. 

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De Bruyne lauds Jack Grealish's creativity  

De Bruyne claims that critics often call out England national team for a lack of creativity in midfield, but Jack Grealish just brings that much-needed creativity to Gareth Southgate's Three Lions, claiming that he does 'deserve a shot.' It was reported back in August that Man City had edged past Man United to seal Jack Grealish transfer but a deal failed to materialise. 

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Moreover, Man City manr Pep Guardiola also heaped praise on Jack Grealish when his side came up against Aston Villa in previous season. Despite praise, Athletic reports that Aston Villa are looking to hold on to ir best player as long as y can.

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Jack Grealish's dilemma with England 

After an impeccable performance against Wales, Jack Grealish was an unused substitute in game against De Bruyne's Belgium, with Mason Mount starting instead. After game against Wales, manr Gareth Southgate reportedly claimed that his composure with ball was something worthy of high praise. 

manr quickly skipped Jack Grealish discussion and went on to talk about Mason Mount's impact on game after coming on as a substitute. He claimed that Chelsea youngster's pressing and passing in tight s was praiseworthy, furr hinting at an edge for Mason Mount over Jack Grealish.

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16:39 IST, October 12th 2020