Sunderland submit loan offer for Man City's Grealish

Sunderland have submitted a loan offer for Manchester City winger Jack Grealish, with the Premier League club proposing to cover a portion of his salary and include an option to make the deal permanent next summer. The move, reported by multiple sources on August 26, 2026, comes as the transfer window nears its September 1 deadline and represents a significant attempt by the Black Cats to bolster their squad for the upcoming Europa League campaign.

The 30-year-old England international, who is in the final year of his contract at the Etihad Stadium, spent last season on loan at Everton. He made a promising start with the Toffees, scoring two goals and providing six assists in 20 appearances before a foot injury cut his spell short. Everton had the option to sign him permanently for around £50 million but chose not to activate it. Grealish has since returned to Manchester City and was used as a substitute in their Community Shield defeat to Arsenal and their Premier League opening win over Bournemouth.

Manchester City, under new manager Enzo Maresca, are reportedly open to allowing Grealish to leave. The club has already sold winger Savio to Tottenham Hotspur and is expected to...