Revealed: Manchester City include option to buy in Everton’s Jack Grealish loan deal | OneFootball

Everton will hold an option to buy Jack Grealish in the summer of 2026 as part of their loan agreement with Manchester City, according to a new update.

The clause adds a fascinating long-term twist to one of the most talked-about deals of the summer, with Grealish having only made significant strides to completing a season-long loan move to the Merseyside club earlier this week.

For Everton, the inclusion of such a clause perhaps signals serious intent to keep the England international beyond next season should his performances justify the investment across the course of the forthcoming campaign.

Grealish’s impending arrival on Merseyside follows weeks of speculation over his Manchester City future, with his omission from the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States and recent pre-season friendlies suggesting an exit was inevitable.

Since joining City for a then-British record £100 million from Aston Villa in 2021, the winger has enjoyed major silverware success but has not always been a guaranteed starter. Injuries, competition for places, and Pep Guardiola’s tactical demands have all contributed to his inconsistent role.

Everton, meanwhile, have been in the market for a creative boost. Under David Moyes, they are aiming to re-establish themselves as a competitive Premier League force, and the signing of a player of Grealish’s calibre is a significant statement. His dribbling ability, flair, and knack for unlocking tight defences could transform the Toffees’ attack, particularly against teams that sit deep.

Now, according to a new update from The Athletic’s David Ornstein, Jack Grealish’s transfer from Manchester City to Everton includes an option to buy at the end of the initial loan agreement in the summer of 2026, worth £50 million.

Speculatively, much will depend on how Jack Grealish adapts to his new surroundings. If he becomes the creative heartbeat of Moyes’ Everton, the club’s board may view the £50 million fee as a bargain in a years’ time.

Conversely, if injuries or form issues persist, the Toffees have the safety net of allowing him to return to Manchester City without a long-term financial commitment.

Either way, the inclusion of this clause means Jack Grealish’s future is now firmly tied to his performances in royal blue over the next two seasons, and Everton fans will be eager to see if he can rediscover the form that once made him one of the Premier League’s most feared attackers.