Grealish's inconsistent form at Manchester City has led to speculation about his future at the club. Despite his hefty price tag, the England international has failed to establish

Early-season struggles are not unknown at City in recent years but their defensive numbers so far in this one are of particular concern

For once Pep Guardiola is making the wrong kind of history. For the first time in his managerial career it is four defeats on the spin for the 12-time league winner. Five points off the Premier League summit,