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Everton Pushing Hard in Grealish Loan Talks with Manchester City

Everton have stepped up their pursuit of Manchester City’s Jack Grealish, confident that the former England international is open to a loan move that could reignite his career. Discussions between the two clubs have progressed in recent days, with David Moyes eager to add proven quality to his attacking options ahead of the new Premier League season.

Grealish, who turns 30 next month, has been told by Pep Guardiola that he will not enjoy regular minutes at the Etihad this season. His fall down the pecking order has left him seeking an opportunity to rebuild his form and reputation. Everton believe they can offer him exactly that.

Financial Hurdles Not Deterring Everton

Initial talks have revealed that City want to recover as much of Grealish’s £300,000-a-week salary as possible. That equates to an annual commitment of at least £12 million. Despite the significant financial outlay, Everton have not been discouraged and remain engaged in negotiations.

Sources indicate that Grealish is motivated by the chance to play consistently ahead of next summer’s World Cup, where he hopes to force his way into Thomas Tuchel’s England plans. Under Moyes, he would be given licence to influence games, much like he did during City’s Treble-winning campaign in 2022-23, when he was instrumental in their Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup triumphs.

“It will take time to get adapted to it completely,” Moyes said, speaking about the club’s readiness for the season ahead. “It is a brilliant football ground. It is a great stadium and, hopefully, it gets a chance to see some really good players and teams in the future.”

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Transfer Frustrations Over Tyler Dibling

While Everton’s focus has been on Grealish, there has also been sustained interest in Southampton winger Tyler Dibling. The Merseyside club have seen three bids rejected, the latest totalling around £37 million including add-ons. Southampton’s counter-demand of £45 million, plus a further £5 million in bonuses and a 25 per cent sell-on clause, has left the deal at an impasse.

Dibling is understood to be open to the move, but Southampton will need to soften their stance for any breakthrough to occur. In the meantime, Everton are keeping alternative targets under review, with bolstering the right flank having been a key priority since the window opened.

New Stadium Excitement Builds

Saturday marked the third and final test event at Everton’s 52,000-capacity Hill Dickinson Stadium on the banks of the River Mersey. The occasion, a friendly against Roma, ended in a 1-0 defeat for the hosts but provided valuable minutes for new signings and returning players.

Jarrad Branthwaite made his comeback from injury, while summer recruits Thierno Barry, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Charly Alcaraz all started. Farhad Moshiri, the club’s former owner, was in attendance as supporters took in their first taste of competitive football at the new venue.

Moyes described the stadium as a “real positive step” for the club, adding, “We need to build a team and lots of bits behind the team need to get done as well.” His comments underline the sense that Everton’s off-field progress must now be matched by decisive moves in the transfer market.

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Grealish Move Could Define Moyes’ First Season Back

For Moyes, securing Grealish would represent a statement of intent. The winger’s ability to carry the ball, draw fouls and link midfield with attack could transform Everton’s attacking structure. However, the financial demands of the deal, coupled with the need for squad depth in other areas, make this a high-risk move.

Still, in a season that will be defined as much by the club’s ability to compete in their new surroundings as by results on the pitch, bringing in a player of Grealish’s calibre could lift the mood across the blue half of Merseyside.

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From an Everton fan’s perspective, the potential loan signing of Jack Grealish feels like a gamble worth taking. While the reported £12 million wage commitment is significant, especially given the club’s recent financial scrutiny, there is an understanding that quality costs. Grealish, even after a difficult period at Manchester City, still has the technical ability and vision to change games.

Supporters will remember how transformative the likes of Mikel Arteta and Steven Pienaar were when added to a functional but limited squad. Grealish could offer a similar lift, giving Everton a genuine threat between the lines. The key will be his fitness and motivation. If he arrives hungry to prove himself ahead of the World Cup, the loan could be a masterstroke.

The frustrations over the Dibling deal highlight a more familiar concern, namely Everton’s tendency to get drawn into protracted negotiations that risk missing primary targets. While adding youthful talent is important, the immediate priority should be proven performers who can settle quickly.

With the move to the Hill Dickinson Stadium, there is a desire among the fanbase for the team to match the ambition of the new home. Securing Grealish would send a strong message that Everton are aiming higher, even in a challenging financial climate.