Pep Guardiola urges Jack Grealish to follow Savinho’s example to earn back Manchester City place
The IndependentSign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Pep Guardiola has told Jack Grealish that he has to fight with Savinho and make goal contributions like the Brazilian if he wants to get back into the Manchester City team. The £100m signing was only a substitute in City’s 4-1 win over West Ham on Saturday as Savinho starred, with his shot leading to Vladimir Coufal’s own goal before the Brazilian set up both of Erling Haaland’s brace. Savinho has one goal and three assists in his last two matches after Guardiola switched him to the left flank, Grealish’s usual role. But I try to be honest with myself for that.” Savinho impressed in Manchester City’s win over West Ham Grealish has not scored for City since 2023 and only has two assists in all competitions this season and Guardiola drew a contrast with Savinho’s productivity.