What Everton are currently waiting to hear from Manchester City regarding Jack Grealish move

Everton are actively seeking new signings before the Premier League season starts, with Manchester City's Jack Grealish remaining an ambitious loan target. Manager David Moyes has only secured two permanent signings (Mark Travers and Thierno Barry) and made Carlos Alcaraz's loan permanent so far, while numerous player departures mean significant squad rebuilding is still required.

Moyes acknowledges Everton face challenges in the transfer market, primarily due to their inability to offer European football to potential targets. However, the club hopes to attract players with its new world-class stadium, the presence of Moyes, and ambitious new owners, The Friedkin Group. Signing Grealish on loan is seen as a statement of that ambition.

Grealish is available after a difficult 2024/25 season at Manchester City, where injuries and loss of form limited him to just 32 appearances (1521 minutes). While several clubs are interested, his status as one of the Premier League's highest-paid players presents a major obstacle. Sky Sports reporter Alan Myers expressed skepticism about Everton securing the deal.

Despite this, Everton remain very interested and are preparing to pitch a loan move to Grealish. They are currently waiting for Manchester City to outline the conditions for a potential transfer, as it is unclear whether City will prioritize selling him permanently or consider a loan. Given Grealish's substantial wages, a loan exit appears more likely than a permanent sale this summer.