Jack Grealish Joins Everton on Loan from Manchester City for 2025-26 Season
Jack Grealish has completed a surprise season-long loan move to Everton from Manchester City, aiming to rejuvenate his career after a difficult spell under Pep Guardiola. The 29-year-old winger found himself out of favour at City last season, starting only seven Premier League matches and missing out on the Club World Cup squad, signalling his fall down the pecking order.
Grealish, who signed for City from Aston Villa in 2021 for a then British record £100 million, has struggled to maintain form since helping the club achieve a historic treble in 2022-23. Despite three Premier League titles and a Champions League medal, last season saw him benched frequently — including in the FA Cup final loss to Crystal Palace — and eventually left out of England’s Euro 2024 squad, a decision he described as “heartbreaking.”
Now, with the new Premier League season around the corner, Grealish is set for a fresh start under Everton manager David Moyes. The Toffees open their campaign against Leeds on August 18 at their new Hill Dickinson Stadium, and Grealish is expected to play a central role.
“This move means everything to me. I’m over the moon to be here,” Grealish said. “Everton is a massive club with amazing fans, and I can’t wait to get started.”
Grealish has chosen to wear the number 18 shirt — a nod to his idols Wayne Rooney and Paul Gascoigne, both of whom wore the number during their time at Everton. He even spoke to Rooney before finalizing the move, sharing his desire to honour the shirt’s legacy.
Off the pitch, Grealish has faced criticism over his lifestyle, with concerns about his discipline and commitment. Everton now offers a crucial chance for him to get back on track, both professionally and personally, with the 2026 World Cup looming.
Manager David Moyes expressed confidence in the player: “Jack’s got the experience and the quality. We know what he can do. He’s coming here hungry to prove himself, and we’ll give him every chance to do just that.”
Earning a reported £300,000 a week, Grealish becomes Everton’s marquee signing of the summer, bringing star power and renewed hope to a club looking to climb back up the table.
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