Dean Smith thrilled for Jack Grealish's return despite Everton draw

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Blaise Bourgeois·14 May 2021

Dean Smith thrilled for Jack Grealish's return despite Everton draw

Aston Villa supporters were certainly thrilled on Thursday evening as Jack Grealish returned to the pitch after a three-month layoff during Villa’s 0-0 draw against Everton.

Grealish came on for Bertrand Traoré in the 72nd minute and manager Dean Smith was excited for his comeback, obviously impressed with his instant impact.

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“He certainly brought a spark on to the pitch straight away,” Smith said after the match.

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“He had one mesmerising run where he had five or six Everton players chasing him. It’s small steps at the moment but we’re happy to have him back.

“We need to go softly-softly with him. We’ve got three games now in the next 10 days and we’re hopeful Jack will play a part in all of those games.”

Aston Villa will finish the season against Crystal Palace, Tottenham, and Chelsea.

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