Jack Grealish has found himself at the centre of transfer speculation this summer, with questions swirling over whether he’ll stay at Manchester City or seek a fresh start elsewhere. Now, that potential new chapter could be unfolding on Merseyside.
According to Football Insider, the England international is reportedly “open” to a move within the Premier League and has privately expressed to friends that he’s “excited” by Everton’s interest. The rumours linking Jack Grealish to Everton haven’t gone away, and they carry real weight, especially for a player who’s reportedly seeking a fresh start away from the team that has dominated English football for the past decade.
Let’s not get too carried away just yet; landing a player of Jack Grealish’s calibre comes with a hefty price tag, and it might be a stretch too far for Everton.
With reports suggesting a £50 million fee or a potential loan deal, plus wages rumoured to be around £300,000 a week, it’s hard to see how the numbers stack up for a club of Everton’s current financial standing, unless, of course, some serious compromises are made.
Opportunity to be a main star
Everton are in urgent need of reinforcements out wide, players who can stretch the pitch, beat defenders one-on-one, and most importantly, create chances in the final third. The team has lacked a consistent threat from the wings, someone capable of threading a decisive pass or cutting inside to finish the move himself.
That creative void is exactly where Jack Grealish could thrive. His flair, close control, and ability to draw defenders out of position would not only elevate Everton’s attacking play but also provide the link between midfield and the front line that’s been sorely missing.
Grealish’s potential role as the focal point of Everton’s attack could be a huge pull factor. Unlike his time at Manchester City in the last 18 months, where minutes and influence have fluctuated, he’d be given the platform to lead, to dictate, and to express himself freely.
Grealish is also linked with Newcastle, but Everton may offer a clearer path to regular football. At St. James’ Park, Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes already occupy his favoured left-wing role. At the same time, Everton could provide more immediate opportunities either out wide or centrally, something that may appeal as he looks to reignite his form and his England chances.
Location
Grealish appears to be well-settled in the Manchester area, having spent the past few seasons adapting both on and off the pitch.
With Everton based just over 30 miles away, the move would offer him the rare convenience of a fresh start without the upheaval of relocating. The short commute from Cheshire, where many Premier League players reside, would allow him to maintain his current lifestyle and support network while embracing a new challenge.
Birmingham will always be home for Grealish, but with no apparent interest from Aston Villa, a return to his home city seems unlikely. While a move to London might appeal to some players seeking the glamour and spotlight of the capital, it’s unclear whether that lifestyle suits Grealish, despite the party lifestyle he enjoys.
As for Newcastle, its distance from his Midlands roots might make it less attractive, especially for someone who’s shown a strong preference for staying close to familiar surroundings.
A new chapter and begin a new era
The arrival of the Friedkin Group and the anticipation surrounding the move to the Hill Dickinson Stadium have injected a fresh wave of optimism into Everton ahead of the new season.
With stability returning off the pitch and an apparent upgrade in the level of transfer targets being linked to the club, there’s a growing sense that the Toffees could finally turn a corner. The dream of European football no longer feels far-fetched; it’s becoming a genuine aspiration.
For someone like Jack Grealish, the timing couldn’t be more intriguing. Everton represents not just a footballing challenge, but an opportunity to be part of a historic revival.
Leading a resurgent side into a new era at a brand-new stadium would be the kind of high-profile, legacy-defining move that goes beyond just football. It would elevate Grealish’s image from cult favourite to club icon, adding substance to the flash, hairstyles, and his likeability.