According to Guardiola, Grealish had a conversation with the club and they decided it was best for him to move on. The manager acknowledged that Grealish is an exceptional player and praised his abilities. He explained that the decision to leave Grealish out of the team last season was his own, and that the player was not happy about it.

Guardiola believes that Grealish needs to find a team where he can play regularly and regain his confidence. He thinks that this will allow Grealish to show the world the quality of player he is. The manager also acknowledged that Grealish's absence was felt during the season, particularly during the year of the Treble, when the team's success relied heavily on the contributions of all players.

Guardiola wants Grealish to return to a team where he can play regularly and show the world his skills. He believes that this will be beneficial for both Grealish and the team he joins.

Despite the decision, Guardiola expressed his appreciation for Grealish's time at Manchester City and acknowledged the impact he had on the team during his tenure.