Overview

• Everton have formally opened talks with Manchester City over a potential season-long loan for 29-year-old Jack Grealish
• Negotiations are at an early and complex stage with no guarantee a loan deal will be reached
• Covering Grealish’s £300,000-per-week wages is the main sticking point, with Everton expected to seek substantial salary support from City
• Manchester City have indicated they are open to a temporary move but must balance any departure against squad depth and budget plans
• Grealish is pursuing regular first-team football to rejuvenate his form and strengthen his England prospects ahead of next summer’s World Cup