The neon lights of London’s Mayfair district pulsed with energy on a Sunday night in April 2025, as Manchester City’s Jack Grealish turned a quiet evening into a headline-grabbing spectacle. Fresh off a fleeting three-minute cameo in City’s commanding 5-2 victory over Crystal Palace at the Etihad Stadium, the 29-year-old footballer traded the pitch for the glitz of Bagatelle, a chic Mayfair “clubstaurant” known for its lavish vibe and celebrity clientele. By the end of the night, Grealish had reportedly racked up a staggering £5,000 bar bill, led a 1 a.m. dance party, and channeled his inner Jordan Belfort with a dramatic Wolf of Wall Street-inspired gesture that had the crowd roaring.
Grealish, the £100 million man signed by Manchester City in 2021, is no stranger to the spotlight—both for his flair on the field and his larger-than-life personality off it. After playing just a few moments in Saturday’s Premier League clash, where City’s attacking prowess overwhelmed Palace, he seized the opportunity to unwind. Arriving at Bagatelle around 10:45 p.m., Grealish was in his element, surrounded by a small entourage of four friends and a swarm of admirers. “Jack was the life and soul of the party,” one onlooker remarked, capturing the electric atmosphere. “He was with four pals and there were girls surrounding him on his table. He even had a bodyguard protecting his table in the restaurant.”
The night escalated as Grealish took center stage, literally leaping to his feet at a small circular table to lead a dance that drew cheers from the crowd. Dressed casually in a white t-shirt under a blue jacket, his signature floppy hair unmistakable, he stretched out both arms in a pose reminiscent of Leonardo DiCaprio’s iconic scene as Jordan Belfort in the 2013 film The Wolf of Wall Street. “When Grealish resembled the famous Wolf of Wall Street office scene, everyone was in hysterics,” another partygoer recalled. The gesture, which he’d previously unleashed during City’s trophy parades, cemented his reputation as a showman who thrives in the moment.
The bill, reportedly hitting five figures when factoring in bottles and dining, reflected the night’s extravagance. Grealish and his crew knocked back drinks and sang along to thumping tunes, with the footballer “behaving impeccably” despite the frenzy around him, according to witnesses. His bodyguard ensured smooth navigation through the packed venue, allowing Grealish to soak in the adulation while keeping the party under control. By 1 a.m., as the dance floor pulsed, the group began to wind down, slipping out into the London night.
This wasn’t Grealish’s first brush with high-profile revelry. Known for celebrating City’s successes with gusto—whether downing beers at title parades or dancing with teammates after Champions League triumphs—he’s embraced his role as the squad’s resident free spirit. Yet, his limited minutes under Pep Guardiola this season have sparked whispers about his future at City. With only 14 starts in 2025, including recent outings against lower-tier sides like Salford City and Leyton Orient, Grealish has voiced frustration. “I want to start playing more often and have that rhythm,” he said recently, reflecting on a challenging year both on and off the pitch. The birth of his daughter, Mila Rose, with longtime partner Sasha Attwood in October 2024 brought joy, but he’s described the past year as “probably the most difficult” of his life.
For now, Grealish’s London escapade underscores his knack for making waves, whether with a deft pass or a headline-grabbing night out. As Manchester City chase another Premier League title, fans will hope their star winger channels that same energy back onto the pitch. In the glittering chaos of Bagatelle, Grealish proved once again he’s a fighter in the spotlight—one unforgettable salute at a time.