Mansion Sports – Atlético Madrid are preparing to enter complex negotiations to sign 30-year-old Manchester City winger Jack Grealish in a deal that could become the most extraordinary and most complicated transfer of this summer.

Sporting director Mateu Alemany is facing a significant financial challenge to make it happen.

British media outlet "The Sun" revealed that Grealish is now on Atlético's radar. He is no longer part of new Manchester City head coach Enzo Maresca's plans, particularly after his loan spell at Everton came to an end, opening the door to a permanent departure from the Etihad.

Simeone Approves the Transfer

Alemany has already received approval from head coach Diego Pablo Simeone to pursue the England international.

The Argentine coach believes that the Birmingham-born player would fit perfectly into his tactical system, operating on the left flank, linking up play, and providing technical quality in the final third.

Part of Alemany's ambitious plan is to build a team capable of reclaiming major trophies after a disappointing season.

Los Rojiblancos lost in the Copa del Rey final and the UEFA Champions League semi-finals before falling out of the La Liga title race at an early stage.

After signing Alejandro Grimaldo, Morten Hjulmand, and Kang-in Lee, Alemany is now preparing his next major move to secure Grealish, hoping to address the shortcomings that prevented a promising season from ending with silverware.

A Major Financial Challenge

The biggest obstacle lies in the enormous transfer fee. Grealish joined Manchester City from Aston Villa in the summer of 2021 for €117.5 million, along with a lucrative contract that makes any departure from the club highly complicated.

So far, Atlético have not determined an official offer. The size of the financial package makes the deal a real test for Alemany, and a loan move, a transfer with a purchase option, or a wage-sharing arrangement could prove to be the most viable solutions to complete the agreement.

Intense Competition for the England Winger

Other clubs continue to monitor the situation closely. Everton and Aston Villa are keeping a close watch on Grealish's circumstances, while several clubs from the Saudi Pro League and leagues in the United States could submit significantly more lucrative financial offers.

To secure his signature, Atlético will have to present the strength of their sporting project, the appeal of competing in the UEFA Champions League, and the opportunity to play a key role in Simeone's squad. Achieving that will require Alemany's highest level of negotiating ability.

Alemany, an Expert in Complex Negotiations

Mateu Alemany, the executive director from the Balearic Islands, has built a reputation as someone capable of completing difficult negotiations and taking advantage of opportunities as the transfer window approaches its closing stages.

If Manchester City ultimately decide to part ways with the player without receiving a satisfactory offer, Atlético may choose to remain patient before making their move to finalize the transfer.