Overview
- On Thursday Grealish played the full 90 minutes as Everton beat Derby County 4-1 in a behind‑closed‑doors friendly and posted an Instagram apology to the club and supporters.
- Everton initially omitted him citing a 'breach of club discipline' and at one point said he was 'not match‑fit,' with manager David Moyes refusing to give further public detail.
- The 31‑year‑old has made six competitive appearances this season without a goal or assist and is in the final year of his Manchester City contract, increasing urgency over his form and behaviour.
- Everton have won three of their last four matches and advanced in the Carabao Cup while Grealish was unavailable, and younger players such as Tyrique George have strengthened the case for keeping him out of the immediate starting XI.
- Everton have signalled a conditional route back to the squad and could consider him for the trip to Brentford on November 23, while the club continues talks with Manchester City that could influence his loan status.