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Man City May Let Grealish Join Everton Before Deadline

8/27/2026

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Summary

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Jack Grealish is weighing a return to Everton, preferring the club if he leaves City soon.
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said he may allow Grealish to leave before Tuesday's deadline.
City may swap Iliman Ndiaye, valued £80m, to Everton for Grealish, with Everton demanding £70m and a 2029 contract.
Sunderland's approach remains unadvanced while Aston Villa is also linked as a potential rival for Grealish.

History

Historical Context

In 2009 Cristiano Ronaldo moved from Manchester United to Real Madrid for a world-record £80 million fee, the highest transfer at that time. The size of the deal set a new benchmark that later English transfers have approached. Now speculation that Jack Grealish may leave Manchester City for Everton reflects that same £70-80 million benchmark.

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Story summary

Jack Grealish is weighing a return to Everton, preferring the club if he leaves City soon.
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said he may allow Grealish to leave before Tuesday's deadline.
City may swap Iliman Ndiaye, valued £80m, to Everton for Grealish, with Everton demanding £70m and a 2029 contract.
Sunderland's approach remains unadvanced while Aston Villa is also linked as a potential rival for Grealish.

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