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Neil Warnock: Jack Grealish Would Be 'Like Eric Cantona' for Manchester United

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Neil Warnock has said Aston Villa's Jack Grealish could have a similar impact to Eric Cantona if he eventually signs for Manchester United.

The 24-year-old's stock has risen since his side won promotion from the EFL Championship, and Warnock has advocated a switch to the Red Devils, comparing Grealish's playing style to the French legend.

According to Metro, the former Cardiff City coach explained he's a huge fan of the player and thinks Grealish might emerge as a better fit for United than Leicester City's James Maddison, who Sky Sports reported is a target for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer:

"I do love him.