Jack Grealish was sent off on the weekend in Aston Villa's 2-1 loss away at Nottingham Forest.

This was the latest incident in a controversial start to the local lad's career.

Jack Grealish clearly has bags of talent and he has shown glimpses of this during his short Aston Villa career so far.

However, the rash and undisciplined England under-21 international is proving that he might be more trouble than he's worth.

We've seen plenty of promising youngsters fall by the wayside over the years - just think back to former West Ham star Ravel Morrison, whose off the field troubles have seen his career stall significantly.

Jack Grealish is a quick, tricky and skillful attacking midfielder who offers youth, versatility and talent to Aston Villa.

However, it might be time for Steve Bruce to let the troublesome starlet go.

Here are 3 reasons why Grealish needs to be axed by Aston Villa.

Lack of discipline

As well as hit petulant red card on the weekend, Jack Grealish has been involved in a number of off-the-field incidents.

The Birmingham boy has been pictured passed out, condemned for attending late night parties and has been reprimanded for taking legal highs.

There is a growing consensus suggesting that Grealish might be more trouble than he's worth.

Commands a fee

Jack Grealish hasn't hit the heights expected of him in the Championship, but he is still considered one of England's hottest prospects.

Aston Villa could probably demand a fee in excess of £10m for their young star.

A Premier League club is bound to take a gamble on him and Villa could reinvest that money in a more reliable winger.

For his own sake

Jack Grealish needs to get out of Birmingham.

There are too many bad influences around (including his father) and a move away could make his career.

If he is forced to live away from his hometown, he would stop the late night parties and knuckle down to concentrate solely on making the top level as a footballer.