Neil Warnock delivers Jack Grealish verdict that puts David Moyes and Everton in spotlight
Everton are yet to welcome Jack Grealish back from Manchester City.
The 30-year-old's future remains up in the air after the introduction of Enzo Maresca at the Etihad.
He seemed to hint towards the Englishman getting a chance in sky blue, but then left him out of their pre-season tour.
That has ramped up exit links from the 10-time Premier League champions at this stage of the summer.
The Toffees have once again been linked with the attacking midfielder after his successful loan spell last season.
Neil Warnock has had his say on the move and believes the biggest factor of all will be David Moyes.
Why Neil Warnock wants Jack Grealish to join Everton
There's no doubt that the ex-Aston Villa man looked to be back to his old self at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Complaints had been levelled towards him as his form at Man City became massively stale.
He was able to return to his best on Merseyside and blow off the cobwebs of what he used to be known for.
His free flowing attacking best was on show in L3 until he got injured, leaving many to ask questions about his future.
Grealish remains at Man City for now, but Warnock told talkSPORT on Wednesday that he should return to Everton to reunite with Moyes.
He said: "I'm not sure that Maresca will be the type of manager to get the best out of him. I think he needs a David Moyes. Someone who is going to put an arm around his shoulder.
"'Go and do what you want Jack. Take him on Jack. Don't worry about having to track back when you're attacking.' I'd be very surprised if he does stay and play at Manchester City."
That is the general feeling of those in L3, but a decision is yet to be made.
How Everton can re-sign Grealish from Manchester City
There is no resolution in sight for the Englishman right now.
He continues to be linked with big moves, but nothing looks to be close at this stage.
Atletico Madrid have reportedly shown an interest and would see Grealish as a squad player.
That probably won't suit him at this stage, so that could open the door for the Blues to bring him in eventually.
Everton only want another loan to try and avoid the risk that a permanent move would bring.
They may have to wait until the final stage of the window to make that deal work, although it feels as though Moyes will always be waiting.