Jack Grealish has reportedly prioritised a return to Everton ahead of Aston Villa or Sunderland if he leaves the Etihad Stadium before the transfer deadline.
Grealish makes his pick: Why Everton leads Villa and Black Cats
The 30-year-old winger impressed during his loan spell on Merseyside last season, registering eight goal contributions across 22 appearances before a foot operation cut his campaign short.
Fresh reporting on Grealish suggests the England international favours returning to the Hill Dickinson Stadium, handing the Blues vital leverage over rival suitors.
The Iliman Ndiaye complication – Man City talks
Any potential reunion is heavily linked with Man City targeting Iliman Ndiaye. City have weighed up an £80m approach for the forward after Ndiaye rejected multiple contract extensions atEverton.
Discussions explored include the possibility of Grealish in a swap arrangement to help bridge negotiations between both clubs.
Moyes’ tactical dilemma: Where Grealish fits in
Moyes now faces a difficult tactical decision. Brennan Johnson’s immediate impact has deepened competition in the wide areas, leaving Moyes to decide whether accommodating Grealish justifies parting with Ndiaye’s quality and varied attacking presence.
Deadline Day calculations for the Toffees hierarchy
In the latest Everton Transfer News, the club hierarchy must balance financial opportunities against frontline continuity as the deadline approaches.
