Overview
- Grealish returned to Manchester City after his season-long loan at Everton ended on June 30 and has posted on social media that he is 'nearly there' in his recovery.
- His spell at Everton began strongly with match-winning goals and several assists before a stress fracture in his foot on January 18 required surgery and ended his 2025–26 season.
- City have installed Enzo Maresca as manager and are reported to prefer a permanent sale rather than another loan, leaving Grealish to convince the new coach of his role.
- Everton are open to a reunion but Grealish has only one year left on his City contract and his reported wages could limit Premier League interest, making a move to Europe possible.
- The immediate next steps are medical and sporting: full fitness will unlock transfer talks this summer and will determine Grealish’s playing time, earnings and choice of club.