Full Breakdown
Jack Grealish Nears Return to Everton on Loan
8/30/2026, 8:43:13 PM
Transfer Negotiations
Everton are actively negotiating a loan deal to bring Jack Grealish back to the club, according to the *New York Times*. The Merseyside side’s interest follows a season-long loan spell in which the 30-year-old made 22 appearances, scored two goals and provided six assists. The *Tribal Football* report adds that Manchester City have indicated a willingness to let Grealish leave on loan, while Everton are expected to cover roughly 90 % of his wages.
Recent Performance and Injury
Grealish’s 2025-26 campaign was interrupted by a stress fracture to his foot sustained in January, as noted by the *New York Times*. After recovering, he returned to Manchester City and featured as a second-half substitute in the club’s opening two matches of the season—a 3-0 loss to Arsenal in the Community Shield and a 2-1 Premier League win over Bournemouth. He was not included in the squad for the subsequent 4-1 victory at Crystal Palace.
Financial and Contract Details
The *Tribal Football* article reports that Grealish earns around £300,000 per week at Manchester City and would take a pay cut under the proposed loan arrangement. With Everton expected to shoulder the majority of his salary, the move would reduce his weekly earnings while providing him with more playing time. Grealish has one year remaining on his contract with City, and the club appears prepared to facilitate his departure.
Club Statements
Everton manager David Moyes described Grealish as “brilliant for us” and a “great boy,” but emphasized that the player remains under contract with City and that no deal is guaranteed, per *Tribal Football*. Manchester City’s manager Enzo Maresca said the club will continue to support Grealish and that decisions about his future will be made in the coming days, also reported by *Tribal Football*.
These developments suggest that a loan return to Everton is the most likely outcome for Grealish, pending final agreement on financial terms and squad registration.
