In a move that could smash British transfer records, Jack Grealish is set to undergo his Manchester City medical today as his £100m switch from Aston Villa edges closer to completion.
The 25-year-old playmaker, who captained Villa last season, has been Pep Guardiola's top target this summer as the Premier League champions look to strengthen their squad further.
Record-Breaking Deal
Should the transfer be finalised, it would make Grealish the most expensive British player in history, surpassing the £89m Manchester United paid for Paul Pogba in 2016.
The deal would also represent a significant profit for Aston Villa, who nurtured Grealish through their academy system before he became their talismanic captain.
Medical Today
Grealish is expected in Manchester today to complete his medical examinations, the final formal hurdle before the transfer can be officially announced.
City have moved quickly to secure their man after activating his £100m release clause, with personal terms reportedly agreed earlier this week.
What This Means for Both Clubs
For Manchester City, the acquisition of Grealish represents another statement of intent as they look to defend their Premier League title and finally conquer Europe.
Aston Villa, meanwhile, have already begun reinvesting the expected windfall, having signed Emiliano Buendía, Leon Bailey and Danny Ings this summer.
The transfer could be officially confirmed as early as today if all goes smoothly with Grealish's medical assessment at City's training complex.
