Flashscore sources: Everton wait on Grealish decision as winger holds out for Man City

[p]Sources indicate [a href="https://www.flashscore.ca/player/grealish-jack/QVKaRfO9/"]Grealish[/a] remains hopeful that the appointment of new [a href="https://www.flashscore.ca/team/manchester-city/Wtn9Stg0/"]City[/a] head coach Enzo Maresca could hand him a fresh opportunity to establish himself in the first-team picture. [/p][p]That remains the player's preferred option at this stage, despite strong interest from [a href="https://www.flashscore.ca/team/everton/KluSTr9s/"]Everton[/a].[/p][p]Grealish thoroughly enjoyed his loan spell at Goodison Park last season and would be open to returning if it became clear that regular opportunities at City were unlikely.[/p][p][b]However, there has been growing hope that he could be included in City's pre-season plans, giving him the chance to impress Maresca before making any decision on his future. [/b][/p][embed guid="8112c366-f5c2-4fd6-8b59-1c313220419e" url="https://x.com/DeadlineDayLive/status/2076223285335855226" social-type="twitter" /][p]City are also weighing up changes to their attacking options, with Savinho attracting interest from Tottenham. Should the Brazilian complete a move away, Grealish could become an important squad player, offering valuable depth across the forward positions.[/p][p]The 30-year-old is determined to compete for a significant role if he remains at the Etihad and believes he can force his way back into contention under the club's new management if given a chance.[/p][p][b]Everton, though, are eager for clarity. David Moyes wants his squad in place as quickly as possible ahead of the new campaign, and the Toffees have been keen to discover whether a deal for Grealish is realistic before exploring alternative targets.[/b][/p][image alt="Grealish's recent stats" id="0840e920-4569-4ef5-b494-58167d8ccfa2" credit-line="Flashscore" guid="2255ac73-14dc-4eb2-8870-73dd51a4665f" original-width="1200" original-height="1200" /][p]We understand the Merseyside club have also held discussions over the possibility of signing other Manchester City players who could become available this summer.[/p][p]Several fringe members of City's squad are being monitored as Everton look to strengthen in multiple positions.[/p][p]We understand Everton expect to receive indications this week regarding their chances of completing any business for Grealish. [/p][infobox id="f961102e-920a-4281-b5f2-f996852544cf" /]