Cliff Notes – Jack Grealish joins Everton on loan in bid to rekindle career
- Jack Grealish has joined Everton on a season-long loan from Manchester City, seeking to revive his career after limited playing time at the Etihad.
- The England international is Everton’s marquee signing this summer, following several new arrivals to the club.
- With the 2026 World Cup approaching, Grealish aims to secure consistent playing time to enhance his chances of selection for the national squad.
Jack Grealish joins Everton on loan in bid to rekindle career
Everton have offered Jack Grealish the chance to rekindle his career, with the Merseyside club confirming the Manchester City forward’s arrival on a loan deal until the end of the season.
Grealish joins Everton after falling out of favour at the Etihad and being left out of their Club World Cup squad this summer.
He still has two years to run on his contract at City.
Jack Grealish has joined Everton on a season-long loan. Catherine Ivill – AMA/Getty Images
The England international is the club’s marquee summer signing, following the arrivals of Thierno Barry, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Carlos Alcaraz, Adam Aznou and Mark Travers.
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“I’m over the moon to have signed for Everton. It’s massive for me, honestly. This is a great club, with great fans,” Grealish said.
“As soon as I spoke to the manager, I knew there was only one place that I wanted to go. On social media, I’ve been flooded with messages from Everton supporters, so there’s that side of it as well and that’s another reason why I chose Everton.
“I want to say thank you to the fans for all of the messages I’ve had already. Thank you for all of the love and support. I hope I can repay you now and I’m sure I will.”
Everton boss David Moyes said the timing was ideal for both parties.
“I think we’re getting him at a good time because he’s experienced, he understands the Premier League and we’re all fully aware of the levels he’s capable of performing to,” Moyes said.
“We’re all looking forward to working with him and providing a platform for him to show the best version of himself.”
Grealish made 157 appearances in all competitions for City after his £100 million ($135m) move from Aston Villa in 2021, scoring 17 goals and registering 23 assists.
He was a key player during City’s historic treble success in 2023, but has not been able to replicate that form at the Etihad since.
With the 2026 World Cup in North America to take place next summer, Grealish will be looking for consistent playing time at Everton to secure his spot in Thomas Tuchel’s squad.
