Erling Haaland responds to Jack Grealish’s Man City message amid Saudi transfer news
Jack Grealish has caught the attention of Premier League stars on social media as Man City prepare for a clash at St Mary’s Stadium.
Pep Guardiola‘s side are set to face Southampton on Saturday, 10 May, with Champions League qualification firmly in their sights after rising to third in the Premier League table.
Kevin De Bruyne appears to be leaving Man City in style, scoring the only goal in the 1-0 win over Wolves last time out, a result boosted by slip-ups from Arsenal and Newcastle United.
It has been a rather frustrating campaign at the Etihad Stadium, being knocked out of the Champions League and EFL Cup at early stages, but a top-two finish is now on the cards for the Citizens.
With John Stones and Nathan Ake both still on the sidelines, fans are wary of new injury blows emerging, and Grealish, who is being targeted by Saudi Pro League clubs, has shared an update from the training ground.
Ruben Dias ready for Southampton clash on the coast
Taking to Instagram (7 May), Grealish wrote: “New trim, who dissss?”, preparing to help City’s push for Champions League qualification via a top-five finish.
Savinho liked the winger’s post after another training session in the sun, while Erling Haaland commented: “Love it, you”.
Pep Guardiola desperate for Champions League qualification
Football Insider verdict
After seven league matches without a defeat, one of the best runs of the season for City, Champions League football almost looks guaranteed with three matches remaining.
The Saints should be no issue, even at St Mary’s Stadium, with Bournemouth and Fulham slightly more difficult. There is also an important FA Cup final fixture against Crystal Palace.
| Premier League standings | Points |
| 2. Arsenal | 67 |
| 3. Man City | 64 |
| 4. Newcastle United | 63 |
| 5. Chelsea | 63 |
| 6. Nottingham Forest | 61 |
Some Man City fans have been critical of Guardiola this season, with many expecting this to be his final season with the club, but he now appears to be planning for the next transfer window.
Ederson, Bernardo Silva, Mateo Kovacic, and Stones have all been linked with emotional exits once the window opens, with rumours of a squad overhaul emerging from the Etihad.
Qualifying for the Champions League once again could take the pressure off the process of bringing big-name players to the club this summer, and even stop others from getting bargain deals for current stars.