Grealish seals Everton loan after Moyes talks

Grealish explains why he chose Everton after talks with manager David Moyes, sealing a season-long loan.

Grealish seals Everton loan after Moyes talks

Manchester City midfielder Jack Grealish has joined Everton on a season-long loan for the coming campaign after falling out of favor at City. He says a pivotal conversation with manager David Moyes convinced him the Toffees were the right place to play next. He told his agent he did not want to sign anywhere else if the deal could be done for Everton.

Grealish has won multiple Premier League titles at City and played a key role in the treble run two seasons ago, but his role has diminished under Pep Guardiola. The transfer underscores Everton’s willingness to lean on experienced players as they reshape their squad for the upcoming season.

The move shows Everton leaning on proven Premier League performers to steady a squad that has limped through a quiet window so far. Moyes is increasingly seen as the driving force behind this summer’s recruitment, with the Grealish loan potentially heralding a broader strategy focused on immediate impact. Grealish’s public endorsement of Goodison Park hints at a strategic shift toward players who understand the scale of the club and its ambitions.

The transfer also nods to England considerations. Pickford’s support for the deal signals a safety net of familiar teammates and a belief that Grealish can revive his international prospects by playing regularly in the league. For City, loaning a first-team veteran suggests a balance between squad depth and development needs, a common Premier League compromise in a crowded season.

Highlights

The move adds a new chapter to Everton's summer story.