Everton look set to pull off a major coup this summer as they near a deal to bring Jack Grealish on what appears to be a season‑long loan from Manchester City. The marquee move is far from simple—Grealish’s staggering £300,000-per-week wage is the main obstacle—but the Toffees are reportedly prepared to play ball.
Desperate for minutes to reclaim a place in England’s World Cup plans, the 29-year-old midfielder has accepted that his time at Manchester City is drawing to a close. Left out of both the Club World Cup squad and pre‑season fixtures, he now eyes a fresh start under David Moyes—a manager known to be a longtime admirer.
“This move could be the spark he needs,” insiders say. At Manchester City, Grealish has often been reduced to a supporting role—tasked more with advancing the ball or drawing fouls than delivering dangerous attacking returns. At Everton, he’s expected to be unshackled, as Moyes “may offer him more freedom akin to his Villa days.”
But wages remain the elephant in the room. With a price tag north of £12 million for the season, Everton cannot afford to carry the full burden. Early reports suggested City would be comfortable shifting him on quickly—even if they have to subsidize his salary—but recent moves indicate a harder stance: Manchester City now want any potential loaning club to cover his entire weekly wage.
Despite that, Everton are pushing ahead. Negotiations are ongoing—though financial commitments must align. One potential compromise being discussed is Everton picking up half the wage, about £150,000 per week, with City covering the rest. It’s a “sticking point” for the Toffees, but one they seem determined to overcome if they can.
Club insiders believe that securing Grealish would not just fill a creative void—they see it as a statement signing. It would complement Everton’s summer additions and symbolize a new era as they prepare to debut in their state-of-the-art stadium. Moyes, backed by new ownership, views Grealish’s arrival as a major boost in both quality and morale.
Meanwhile, Everton’s interest extends beyond Grealish. Their attempts to sign Southampton’s Tyler Dibling have so far yielded a rejected £37 million offer, with the Saints demanding more. Should that deal falter, Grealish’s arrival would soften the blow and still elevate their attacking options.
For Grealish himself, the move is eagerly anticipated. He needs a platform to reignite form, reclaim his creative spark, and cement his place ahead of next summer’s World Cup push. Everton offer just that—regular game time, faith from Moyes, and the key role he craves.
As the transfer window ticks on, it’s clear: Everton are all in on the deal. Whether they can close it while navigating financial constraints will come down to a delicate balance of ambition, budget—and careful salary-shaping on both sides
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