Jack GrealishPlayer·Jack Grealish is actively preparing for a return to top-flight football, with reports indicating a strong desire to re-establish himself in the Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League. The 30-year-old winger, who spent the 2025/26 season on loan at EvertonTeam·Everton, has been diligently training alone throughout the summer to regain full fitness after a foot injury prematurely ended his campaign in January.
Gabby AgbonlahorPlayer·Gabby Agbonlahor, a former Aston VillaTeam·Aston Villa teammate and close friend of Grealish, offered insight into the player's mindset. "He’s hungry to play football, he’s determined," Agbonlahor stated, adding that he recently observed Grealish training hard in Mallorca. This commitment underscores Grealish's ambition, despite having achieved significant financial success in his career.
Grealish's previous stint at EvertonTeam·Everton saw him contribute two goals and six assists in 22 appearances before sustaining a broken foot against Aston VillaTeam·Aston Villa. His performances and popularity quickly endeared him to the Merseyside club's supporters, and his departure was considered a significant blow to their season. EvertonTeam·Everton, who finished 13th in the Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League during their inaugural season at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, are reportedly eager to explore a deal for his return, a prospect Grealish is understood to be open to.
However, any potential move faces financial complexities. Manchester CityTeam·Manchester City, Grealish's parent club, reportedly valued him at £50 million last summer, a figure EvertonTeam·Everton is reportedly unwilling to meet. Furthermore, Grealish's reported £300,000 per week salary could be a hurdle for interested parties. While new Manchester CityTeam·Manchester City head coach Enzo Maresca has stated Grealish remains a Manchester CityTeam·Manchester City player and he intends to coach him, Grealish was not included in the club's pre-season tour, a decision he clarified was due to his ongoing recovery.
Beyond EvertonTeam·Everton, other European clubs are monitoring the situation. La LigaCompetition·La Liga side Atletico MadridTeam·Atletico Madrid is rumored to be interested, though they would likely not match his current wage demands. Napoli had also shown interest in Grealish in July 2025, with City reportedly seeking €45 million at that time. The coming weeks of the transfer window will be crucial in determining the next chapter for the determined playmaker.
Jack Grealish of Everton plays with his young daughter on the pitch after the match. Action Plus/IMAGO
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