Grealish’s status at City became clear towards the end of the season after he was left on the bench for the 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final, while Guardiola sent on 19-year-old Claudio Echeverri for his debut in the second half instead of his £100m signing.

Manchester City's Jack Grealish has taken aim at critics on social media as speculation over his future at the club grows.

Jack Grealish has hit out at critics on social media after only playing seven league games this season. Grealish is expected to be left out of the City squad for the Club World Cup in the US and bids will be reportedly considered for the 29-year-old if they arrive this summer.