Grealish returns to Everton on season-long loan from Manchester City

LONDON : Jack Grealish has returned to Everton on a season-long loan from Manchester City, the Premier League clubs said on Tuesday, following an encouraging first spell on Merseyside that was cut short by injury.

The 30-year-old joined Everton on loan last season and made an immediate impact, winning the Premier League Player of the Month award for August. He went on to score two goals and provide six assists in 22 appearances across all competitions.

His campaign ended prematurely in January after he suffered a foot injury that required surgery.

“I had a perfect time here for the first six months, then I stayed around after I got injured,” Grealish said. “I’ve been watching all the Everton games in pre-season and since the season started.”

Grealish joined City from Aston Villa in 2021 for a reported £100 million ($135 million) and has won three Premier League titles, an FA Cup and the Champions League during his time at the Etihad Stadium.

The England international said he was eager to resume his work with Everton manager David Moyes, under whom he believes he has produced some of his best football.

“I’ve had certain managers in the past where I feel I’ve played my best football under them – and he falls into that category, for sure,” Grealish said.

Grealish said he was ready to return to training and build towards his second spell with the club.

“Now I feel ready to go. I’m ready to start training tomorrow and prepare for the games,” he said.