'Stunned' Germany squad stance on Jack Grealish emerges after brutal England Euro 2024 decision

The omission of Jack Grealish from England's Euro 2024 squad has reportedly left Germany team members in shock after Gareth Southgate opted instead for Eberechi Eze as part of his 26-man group.

Southgate named his Three Lions squad heading to Germany for this year's tournament earlier this week, cutting seven players from the provisional 33-man list. One significant surprise was the omission of 28-year-old Grealish, alongside Tottenham Hotspur star James Maddison.

Eze, now with three international caps under his belt, was selected over Grealish, along with Jarrod Bowen and Anthony Gordon among others. The Crystal Palace forward was viewed as a fringe choice for the squad but managed to sway Southgate with his commendable performances for Palace this season and his impressive contribution to England's 3-0 friendly win against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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As popular as the 25-year-old forward may be, it is claimed members in the Germany squad were taken aback by his inclusion over ex-Aston Villa captain Grealish.

The Independent reports that numerous players in Die Mannschaft were "stunned" after seeing the English squad set to compete on German soil over the summer It was also said that Grealish was regarded as a player who "provokes fear in opposition when he runs at them," creating impressions Eze has not achieved just yet, writes the Mirror.

Grealish is hailed as one of the most beloved figures in both the dressing room and among fans nationwide, having risen to cult hero status during England's journey to the Euro 2020 (played in 2021) final,