Jack Grealish has dropped another hint that he could one day take part in hit ITV reality show I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here, after starring in a new jungle-themed Pepsi advert and a guessing game.
The Manchester City and England star, who showed off his street football skills during his first advert with the drinks titan in April, returned as the lead star of Pepsi's new commercial this week.
As three people who looked like game show contestants raced to complete their jungle challenge, Grealish appeared from the woods to throw a soccer ball straight through a hole in a wooden wall to their astonishment.
The ad, titled 'Football Always Wins', is part of Pepsi's new global campaign that encourages fans to ditch their usual midweek routine to watch more midweek football, specifically the Champions League.
And as part of this campaign, Pepsi put Grealish to the test with its new, simple guessing game titled 'What's in the box?'.
While appearing to be in the middle of the jungle, the city star was placed in front of a box and challenged to guess what item was inside simply by touch.
Manchester City star Jack Grealish has taken part in Pepsi's new guessing game 'What's in the box?'
The challenge was perhaps another indication that Grealish would like to appear on the TV show I'm A Celeb.
Many of the objects were replicas of animals that can be found in nature, such as a tiger or a snake, for example.
But the one creature Grealish admitted he would have the most trouble dealing with on a show like I'm A Celebrity are rats, after feeling a replica of a stuffed toy during the game.
'Is it a rat? “I hate rats,” the 29-year-old confessed. “I said that before.”
Asked if that would be his worst fear in the jungle, Grealish added: “Yes, I hate them.” I can't stand them.'
After completing the challenge, Grealish said: 'Those who know me know how much I love game shows. So when Pepsi revealed it would be taking on a series of jungle-inspired challenges for its latest campaign, I couldn't wait to get involved!'
The England international spoke about the possibility of continuing with I'm A Celeb in November, ahead of McFly singer Danny Jones being crowned the new King of the Jungle.
I'm A Celeb co-host Declan Donnelly revealed on TikTok that Grealish had been asked if he would be interested in taking part in the show at some point in the future.
In the video shared by Donnelly, the Premier League star said: “I've heard some of you want to see me in the jungle, I can't lie, it's something I'd love to do.” It's a show I've watched for years since I was little.'
Grealish admitted dealing with rats would be his toughest test on a show like I'm A Celeb
Grealish revealed to I'm A Celeb co-presenters Ant McPartlin (left) and Declan Donnelly (right) in November that he would “love” to take part in the hit reality TV show one day. Also pictured: Danny Jones
Pepsi ambassadors Grealish and Vinicius Jr (right) also starred in their advert in April.
Grealish, however, was quick to downplay any hopes of him appearing in the near future, saying: “I don't know how I would fare there, I don't think I'm the best to be honest.” , but I would try; Not this year, I don't think Pep will be very happy. But never say never, it might happen one day.
Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Jr has also teamed up with Pepsi for the 'Football Always Wins' campaign, encouraging fans to watch the Champions League through other television shows and streaming platforms.
Speaking about the campaign and how much midweek football means to him, Vini Jr. said: “When I was younger growing up in Brazil, I clearly remember running back from school as fast as I could to watch the start of the games. European parties.
“I remember being glued to the screen, dreaming of one day playing on those fields. Now that I'm there, my goals and ambitions are always to take my game to the next level.
“I want to score more goals, give more assists and be a decisive player in all competitions.”