Jack Grealish has returned to former love Everton. The attacking midfielder has joined on loan from Manchester City. Grealish also played on loan for David Moyes' side last season.
At Manchester City, where his contract has another year to run, Grealish was no longer guaranteed a place in the starting XI. The 39-cap England international now hopes to play week in, week out again at Everton.
Since returning to Manchester City, the former Aston Villa player has featured in two official matches but failed to register a goal contribution in 53 minutes. Last weekend, he was left out of the matchday squad.
On loan at Everton last season, he made a flying start and won the club's Player of the Month award in August. He managed two goals and six assists in 20 matches before a foot injury scuppered things in February.
"It feels so good. I’m so happy. I think that in every aspect of life – not just in football – I thrive when I feel loved. That is what the manager, my team-mates and especially the fans have given me," Grealish says on Everton's website.
"Every time I see an Everton supporter, I feel pure love; the
Grealish could make his Everton debut on Sunday. Manchester United visit the Hill Dickinson Stadium that day.