Overview

• Everton and Manchester City have opened formal discussions on a season-long loan after Grealish made just one Premier League start last term
• Manchester City remain cautious about maintaining squad depth and will consider the loan only if financial terms meet their requirements
• Everton must negotiate a subsidy or wage-sharing deal to cover Grealish’s substantial salary and make the move affordable
• Pep Guardiola has admitted his responsibility for limiting Grealish’s game time, while England manager Thomas Tuchel says regular minutes are essential for World Cup qualification
• Despite interest from Newcastle and Tottenham, Everton are the only club to lodge a concrete approach in the early stages of negotiations