Everton Disciplines Grealish After Missed Training — SkimNews
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- Jack Grealish was excluded from Everton’s squad for the Carabao Cup tie against Newcastle United after failing to attend training on Monday, with the club describing the absence as a breach of discipline.
- Everton treats the incident as serious but not a last-chance warning, with David Moyes backing the high-level decision and insisting the club’s small squad accepts no excuses.
- Everton beat Newcastle United 3-1 to reach the Carabao Cup quarter-final against Fleetwood Town, who eliminated Arsenal in the previous round, with 20-year-old Tyrique George playing on the left flank.
- Jack Grealish produced no goal or assist in eight appearances this season, including two at Manchester City before his return, and missed Saturday’s loss at Arsenal through illness.
- Jack Grealish completed an early-hours transfer-deadline deal with Everton after his previous loan was interrupted by a serious foot injury, with Moyes weighing injury, finances and character before moving for him again.
- Jack Grealish donated £10,000 to a GoFundMe page for Everton fan Leon Skapars, a father of three who was diagnosed with cancer and is seeking treatment options.
- Enzo Maresca declined to discuss Grealish’s actions at Everton because he was now an Everton player and Maresca lacked full information, but still praised his character and big heart.
Why it matters: Everton’s punishment affects more than Grealish: Moyes was left with only 18 senior players after a botched window, so reintegrating the player who became Britain’s first £100m footballer while maintaining discipline is now an immediate responsibility with a Carabao Cup quarter-final in view.
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