Which shirt number could Jack Grealish wear at Everton?
Everton are closing in on the statement signing of Jack Grealish, who is looking to revive his dwindling career.
The forward was a £100million acquisition for Man City, but over the seasons, his minutes have declined.
Now, Everton have agreed a deal in principle for Grealish, which would see him join the Merseyside outfit on a season-long loan.
With his arrival at the Hill Dickinson Stadium imminent, Goodison News analyses which shirt number he could wear.
Grealish has Everton shirt number waiting for him
Grealish has given the green light to Everton, and a deal has now gathered pace at lightspeed.
At the start of the transfer window, many were tipping the Toffees for a substantial few weeks, but they endured a slow start.
David Moyes’ side completed a £27.5m deal for Thierno Barry, and then a few low-key additions followed.
However, the Merseyside outfit have driven their transfer window into fifth gear with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and now Grealish poised to sign.
While he is joining on an initial loan, Everton have the option to make the signing permanent for £50m.
| Season | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| 2022/23 | 49 | 5 | 11 |
| 2023/24 | 36 | 3 | 3 |
| 2024/25 | 32 | 3 | 4 |
Given he could be set for a long-term stay at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, the number eight shirt should fit Grealish perfectly.
The shirt number is currently vacant for the England international, with Dewsbury-Hall yet to be given his.
While the number 10 shirt may have made more sense, given his position, that is occupied by Iliman Ndiaye.
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Grealish can silence critics at Everton
The 29-year-old has become a polarising player in England, with some saying he is finished, while others believe he can get back to his best.
Indeed, a move to Merseyside makes sense, and it can guide him back to a place in Thomas Tuchel’s squad.
At City, the forward has been a cog in Pep Guardiola’s machine, starved of the freedom that helped him excel at Aston Villa.
Moyes is the type of player who will give him confidence, and that could be all he needs to reignite his fading career.
Moreover, Everton’s boss can be flexible and can integrate him as a number 10 or out wide.
- Grealish should be given more creative freedom at Everton
- A move to the number 10 position can enhance his performance
- Moyes will talk up the 29-year-old’s ability
Grealish will be one of the transfer headlines this summer, and all eyes will be on his performances.
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