Jack Grealish has found himself in the news again, though not for the reasons he’d want. The 31-year-old winger, who is on loan at Everton from Manchester City and earns a substantial £300,000 weekly, was notably excluded from Everton’s Carabao Cup squad against Newcastle United. This decision followed a two-night period of drinking and partying.
Grealish’s week started in London at the Pride of Britain Awards. Following the event, he reportedly went to a London karaoke bar and stayed out until the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Upon returning to the North West and attending Everton’s training session on Tuesday, Grealish went out again. He was seen at The Mucky Pup pub in Wilmslow. There, in a private room, he watched the Paris Saint-Germain vs. Barcelona Champions League match with Everton teammates Jordan Pickford and Tyler Dibling, as well as former Manchester City player Kyle Walker. Witnesses observed significant alcohol consumption before the group reportedly moved to a bowling alley in Altrincham. After failing to show up for training following these activities, Everton management took disciplinary action.
Everton confirmed a breach of club discipline, leading to Grealish’s exclusion from the squad and an impending fine.
In his post-match remarks after Everton’s 3-1 win over Newcastle, manager David Moyes was direct. He stated that the club made the decision and that he supports it, emphasizing that Everton upholds strong values, which all players are expected to adhere to, both on and off the field.
“The club made the decision and I support it… Everton has really good values behind it. All the players stand behind it and accept those values, on the pitch and off the pitch.” David Moyes
