Everton plotting shock move for Manchester City star Jack Grealish

Everton are aiming to secure a loan deal for Jack Grealish, although any negotiation depends on whether Manchester City will accept a “deluxe” temporary agreement or push for a permanent sale.

The 29-year-old has been frozen out of Pep Guardiola’s squad, having not been taken to the Club World Cup, and is free to look at other options.

Napoli have expressed interest so far, but Everton feel they have a chance due to the player’s anticipated willingness to stay in the north of England.

The player had a daughter with his long-term partner Sasha Attwood in September, and is keen for some stability.

Everton would provide the chance to stay in Cheshire and could present an attractive football opportunity, too. David Moyes is willing to build his team around Grealish, while offering more freedom than he has had at City.

Many close to the player feel one reason for his recent struggles has been the fact that such a free-spirited attacker has been tactically constrained.

There is also the added attraction of Everton entering a new era in their Hill Dickinson Stadium, and the Friedken ownership’s willingness to spend after the recent takeover.

Everton are also in talks with Lyon over 20-year-old Belgian sensation Malick Fofana. The forward can play across the front line, but the French club want over £40m to sell.

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