Overview

• The August award is the first of Grealish’s career and the first by an Everton player since Dominic Calvert-Lewin in September 2020.
• Grealish has four assists in two Premier League starts, leading the league after three games and becoming the first Everton player with 2+ assists in consecutive top-flight appearances.
• David Moyes hailed the recognition as proof the winger is "back," saying Grealish has "two or three levels" still to reach after earning his place following an initial benching.
• Everton teammates and staff cite strong professionalism, with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall noting Grealish’s early arrivals, late finishes and diligent recovery work.
• The season-long loan includes a reported £50m purchase option, which multiple reports describe as an accounting valuation, leaving the ultimate fee and high-wage terms uncertain next summer as Grealish targets an England return.