**Barcelona Rejects Pep Guardiola’s Offer to Sign Jack Grealish, Citing Past Transfer Failures**
Barcelona has once again declined an opportunity to sign a player from Manchester City, as club president Joan Laporta and sporting director Deco have opted to avoid repeating past mistakes. According to reports from *El Nacional*, Pep Guardiola proposed the transfer of Jack Grealish to Barcelona, but the Spanish giants promptly rejected the offer.
### **Barcelona’s Troubled History with Manchester City Transfers**
Over the years, Barcelona has signed multiple players from Manchester City, yet very few have lived up to expectations. One of the rare success stories was İlkay Gündoğan, who performed well in his brief stint at the club. However, after just one season in La Liga, he made an unexpected return to Manchester City.
Other signings from City have been far less impactful. Eric Garcia, who arrived on a free transfer, has struggled to cement his place in the first team and has not played a significant role in the club’s long-term plans. Similarly, Sergio Agüero, another free acquisition, had an unfortunate tenure at Barcelona. Due to a heart condition, he was forced into early retirement, cutting short his time at the club.
Ferran Torres stands out as Barcelona’s most expensive investment from Manchester City, costing the club a hefty €55 million. However, the Spanish forward has not delivered performances that justify his price tag. As a result, Barcelona is reportedly considering offloading him in the upcoming summer transfer window to recoup some of their investment.
### **Reasons Behind Barcelona’s Rejection of Grealish**
Despite being Manchester City’s record signing at €120 million, Jack Grealish has struggled to establish himself as a key player under Guardiola. While he contributed to City’s successes in previous seasons, his influence has waned, and he has fallen down the pecking order behind players such as Phil Foden, Savio Moreira, Bernardo Silva, and Jeremy Doku. With the recent arrival of Omar Marmoush, Grealish’s prospects at City have become even more uncertain.
Faced with limited playing time, Grealish’s representatives have been actively seeking potential destinations for the English winger, including Barcelona. However, Laporta and Deco have chosen to pass on the opportunity, citing concerns over Grealish’s inconsistent performances and off-field behavior. Given Barcelona’s current financial constraints, committing to another high-cost signing with uncertain returns is a risk the club is unwilling to take.
### **Barcelona’s Shift in Transfer Strategy**
Barcelona is now adopting a more cautious and sustainable approach to transfers, prioritizing young players who align with their long-term vision. Instead of making expensive signings that may not provide value for money, the club is focused on building a squad with promising talents that fit into their system.
With financial challenges still looming, Barcelona’s leadership is determined to avoid another costly mistake similar to Ferran Torres’ transfer. By rejecting Grealish, they reaffirm their commitment to a more strategic and disciplined transfer policy, ensuring that every signing brings long-term value to the team.
