Report: Everton in advanced talks over high-profile loan move for England international

Everton Step Up Pursuit of Jack Grealish Loan Deal

Paul Joyce of The Times reports that Everton are intensifying efforts to bring Jack Grealish to Goodison Park on loan — and they’re not put off by the financial challenge. Despite Manchester City wanting to recoup most of the 29-year-old’s £300,000-a-week wages, talks have continued with confidence that the player is keen on the move.

Grealish, who turns 30 next month, has been told he will not feature regularly for City this season. Falling out of favour with Pep Guardiola has left him searching for opportunities, and Everton, under David Moyes, could offer the perfect stage for a career revival. As Joyce notes, “Grealish… needs to play regularly to advance his claims to break into Thomas Tuchel’s England squad before next summer’s World Cup.”

Financial Challenge Won’t Deter Everton

Initial discussions revealed City’s desire to recoup up to £12 million in wages over the loan period. For Everton, the investment could be worth it if Grealish rediscovers the form that inspired City’s Treble in 2022-23. “He can offer Everton a gear change in their attacking intent,” Joyce wrote — a tantalising prospect for supporters eager for attacking flair.

Transfer Frustrations Elsewhere

While the Grealish talks progress, Everton’s pursuit of Southampton’s Tyler Dibling has hit a wall. The Toffees have had three bids rejected, the latest worth £37 million including add-ons, with Southampton holding firm at £45 million plus extras. Dibling is reportedly keen to move, but the price gap remains wide.

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From an Everton fan’s perspective, the prospect of signing Jack Grealish — even on a costly loan — is both exciting and risky. Supporters would welcome a player of his pedigree, especially someone capable of changing games with creativity and flair. Grealish’s experience at the highest level could inject confidence into a squad that, despite promising summer additions, still needs more cutting edge in attack.

However, there would be natural scepticism. Paying a large portion of his wages for just one season, with no guarantee of long-term benefit, is a gamble. Everton have been burned in the past by big-name arrivals who didn’t quite fit. Some fans might worry about Grealish’s injury record or whether he can consistently hit the heights of his Treble-winning campaign.

On the positive side, Moyes’ track record of getting the best out of players seeking a career reset is encouraging. Everton’s new stadium represents a new era, and a signing like Grealish could be the marquee addition that signals ambition.

If the deal happens, fans will expect him to hit the ground running — not just for the team’s sake, but to boost his England chances ahead of the World Cup. It’s a high-stakes move, but one that could transform Everton’s season if it pays off.