Jack Grealish, the 29-year-old Manchester City winger facing an uncertain future, may find his ideal transfer destination staring him in the face with Everton emerging as a compelling option for the summer 2025 window. After Pep Guardiola confirmed Grealish’s likely exit—omitting him from the Club World Cup squad and admitting it’s “best” he finds a new club—the England international’s £100 million move from Aston Villa in 2021 appears to be nearing its end. With just seven Premier League starts last season and a £300,000 weekly wage posing a financial challenge, Grealish’s next step hinges on a club that can revive his flair and offer a fresh start.
Everton stands out as the perfect fit, especially with their move into the new Bramley-Moore Dock Stadium generating buzz for the 2025/26 season. David Moyes, who has revitalized the club’s spirit, and new owners The Friedkin Group provide a stable platform. The fanbase’s love for a “Jack the lad” personality aligns with Grealish’s style, and the club’s desire to play with flair in their golden years could suit his creative strengths. A loan deal, potentially subsidized by City, could overcome wage hurdles, offering Grealish a chance to reclaim his form in the northwest, close to his roots.
Other options like Tottenham, Newcastle, and Napoli have been linked, but each carries caveats. Tottenham’s Champions League qualification and need for a Son Heung-min replacement make sense, yet their £330 million debt limits flexibility. Newcastle’s financial muscle and Champions League spot appeal, but Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes crowd the left wing. Napoli’s interest wanes due to wage mismatches, despite Antonio Conte’s admiration. A return to Aston Villa, Grealish’s boyhood club, tempts emotionally, but their wage-to-turnover ratio and lack of Champions League revenue make it impractical.
Everton’s new chapter mirrors Grealish’s need for reinvention. His role at City as a “rest station” has dulled his maverick edge, and a move where he can dictate play—evident in his 2020/21 Villa stats (6 goals, 10 assists)—could restore his spark. As the transfer window heats up at 02:46 PM WAT on July 22, 2025, Everton’s bold vision and Grealish’s potential resurgence make this a match staring both parties in the face, ready to unlock his next chapter.
