Reports suggest that Chelsea is contemplating a surprising move for Manchester City’s Jack Grealish, with internal discussions already initiated regarding a potential transfer.

With Mauricio Pochettino at the helm, the Blues have ambitious plans for the upcoming summer transfer window, aiming to bolster their squad with additions in key positions such as a new center-back, winger, and center-forward.

While Pochettino’s future at Stamford Bridge remains uncertain, the club hierarchy appears aligned with his vision for strengthening the team.

According to journalist Simon Phillips, Chelsea has been exploring the possibility of recruiting Jack Grealish, a player who has previously been linked with a return to his former club, Aston Villa. Grealish’s limited role at Manchester City this season has fueled speculation about his availability for transfer, with the 28-year-old potentially seeking a move to a club where he could play a more prominent role.

Chelsea’s amicable transfer relationship with Manchester City, demonstrated by the acquisitions of Raheem Sterling and Cole Palmer in recent years, could facilitate negotiations for Grealish’s transfer.

The potential move raises questions about Sterling’s future at Chelsea, with reports suggesting that the club is seeking a replacement or upgrade for the English winger, who may not feature in their long-term plans. Despite interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia, Sterling is reportedly inclined to remain at Chelsea and compete for his place in the team.

While Chelsea sees Grealish as a promising addition to their squad, other clubs like Aston Villa and Atletico Madrid are also rumored to be interested in the versatile midfielder. Grealish’s tenure at Manchester City, marked by sporadic starts and reduced playing time, has led to speculations that the Cityzens might be willing to offload him this summer.

However, any potential move for Grealish would necessitate Chelsea offloading several players to accommodate the financial aspect of the deal, with Conor Gallagher, Trevoh Chalobah, and Armando Broja (currently on loan at Fulham) among the candidates for potential departures.