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'It was only yesterday talks got underway!' - Grealish admits Villa stay was 50-50

Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish has admitted that it was 50-50 whether he'd stay after committing his future to the club on Tuesday.

Grealish signed a new five-year contract with Villa, ending speculation that linked him with a move to Manchester United among other teams.

The 25-year-old capped off a banner day by scoring the winner against Burton Albion in the Carabao Cup in a 3-1 victory.

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When asked by Sky Sports after the match if it was 50-50 whether he'd stay, Grealish said: "Yeah, I suppose so.