“Pep Guardiola is making me angry if he doesn’t want me in his team he should just terminate my contract and sell me off in January than benching all games- Pep Guardiola has Provoked 28 yrs old FLOP

Pep Guardiola is intentionally seeking to elicit a response from Jack Grealish at Manchester City, a move that is not expected to be well-received by those close to the English international, according to reports in the Telegraph.

Grealish, who was acquired for a hefty £100 million fee, has had an inconsistent presence in the starting lineup this season, partly due to the emergence of Jeremy Doku. Despite a spell on the sidelines due to a dead leg injury, Grealish has found himself overshadowed by Doku, who was secured for £55.5 million from Rennes.

Some, including former footballer Chris Sutton, have suggested that the Manchester City No.10 is currently facing challenges in securing a regular spot in the squad.

The Telegraph reports that Guardiola’s decision to leave Grealish on the bench against Bournemouth was deliberate and aimed at sparking a reaction from the player. Insiders familiar with the 28-year-old believe that Grealish will not take kindly to being excluded from the starting lineup.

This development follows discussions, as highlighted by Miguel Delaney of the Independent, where some have speculated that Guardiola’s actions serve as a form of discipline for Grealish, particularly in response to his exuberant hat-trick celebrations that garnered considerable public attention.

Grealish is known to perform at his best with a competitive edge and a fiery determination, akin to players like Wayne Rooney in the past. Although Grealish is already an outstanding footballer, his performances at Aston Villa often appeared to be at their finest when faced with physical challenges and provocation.

While Grealish hasn’t experienced the same level of physicality at Manchester City as he did at Aston Villa, due to the diverse threats posed by opponents, Guardiola’s effort to reignite Grealish’s competitive spirit could potentially lead to improved performances for Manchester City.