Manchester City winger Jack Grealish recently opened up about a particularly challenging phase of his career, following his exclusion from England’s Euro 2024 squad by Gareth Southgate. Grealish candidly described this moment as “devastating” and one of the “most difficult periods” of his life.
While acknowledging that his 2023/24 season wasn’t his best, with just three goals and three assists in 36 games for City, Grealish expressed his disagreement with Southgate’s decision. “I didn’t really agree with it,” he admitted, but reflected that other players in his position, such as Phil Foden and Jarrod Bowen, outperformed him in terms of goals.
Despite the setback, Grealish found a sense of redemption under interim England manager Lee Carsley, who has shown confidence in him by recalling him to the squad and starting him in recent matches. Grateful for the trust, Grealish shared how much he appreciates the support from Carsley, adding that it has reignited his drive to succeed at both club and international levels. “I can’t speak highly enough of him… he’s really helped me,” Grealish said, emphasizing the positive impact of a manager who believes in his abilities.
Using his omission as motivation, Grealish remains focused on proving himself and contributing beyond just goals, with hopes to continue growing under Carsley’s leadership.
