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After the international break, Manchester City returns to the Premier League with a massive match against Tottenham. There should be an electric atmosphere at the match with Pep Guardiola’s two-year contract extension confirmed and Rodri will be at the match with his Ballon d’Or in hand. On the pitch, the world champions will be keen to return to victory against Ange Postecoglou’s men. Injury-wise, many City players returned to training this week. One of them is Jack Grealish. The England international will have a vital role to play once he is back fully fit.
Jack Grealish is one of several City players the world champions have missed during their four-game losing run. Pep Guardiola’s side had to endure an injury crisis ahead of the recent international break. But now it appears there is light at the end of this particular tunnel. Once Grealish is fit, his presence in City’s lineup could help the champions get out of their tough times.
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The role played by Jack Grealish sometimes divides opinions. He’s not as flashy as Jeremy Doku or Savinho and sometimes you just have to look at social media to see the differing opinions on the England international’s game. But Grealish is vital for Manchester City. He provides control on City’s left side. The winger is also essential in the defensive tracking which covers Josko Gvardiol’s forward runs. But Grealish is also a key part of City’s attacking play. His performance in Manchester City’s 3-1 win over West Ham is a prime example of this. Grealish was superb at the London Stadium and his link-up play with Kevin De Bruyne was crucial in City’s victory. Often this is lost or forgotten in the overall criticism of Grealish’s game. But he is crucial for Manchester City and getting him back fit is a huge boost for Pep Guardiola’s side.
Of course, Grealish could add more goals and assists to his game. No one ever doubted this fact. But when he’s fit and firing, Manchester City are a better team. The challenge is now for Grealish to get back to his best as quickly as possible. Saturday’s clash with Tottenham could be the perfect setting for Grealish to come back strong. It remains to be seen whether or not he will start the match after such a long absence. But I expect him to have a chance to make an impact in Saturday’s game at the Etihad.
It is good news for Manchester City to see many players returning from injury. The hope is that they can all help City halt their recent slide. It is also good to see that Jack Grealish has recovered from the injury that saw City miss the last six matches. He will have an essential role to play for the world champions. It is now up to Grealish to get back to his best as quickly as possible. If he can, it should provide a boost to Pep Guardiola’s side.
