Jack Grealish Of Everton during the Hull City v Everton Premier League match at the MKM Stadium, Hull, England on 11 October 2026
Jack Grealish Of Everton during the Hull City v Everton Premier League match at the MKM Stadium, Hull, England on 11 October 2026
That is according to former Man City financial adviser Stefan Borson, who exclusively told Football Insider that the Toffees would have to pay to terminate the winger's contract.
Grealish was absent once again as David Moyes' side took on Coventry City on Friday, 6 November, claiming a 3-1 win at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Even without him on the left flank, Thierno Barry's brace turned the game around before Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall ensured all three points stayed on Merseyside.
Grealish's situation has raised some alarm bells, even if Moyes has publicly stated the player can return to the squad after a "breach in club discipline".
Football Insider understands that Everton are considering ripping up his contract ahead of the January window, but it will come at a cost.
'I'd be amazed if Everton had a release clause'
Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, Borson has explained that, with Man City not wanting the player back, Everton will have to pay a fee to get rid of him.
"I'd be amazed if Man City had given Everton a release, effectively, even in this situation, or almost especially in this situation," he said.
"One of the reasons that there is an issue with the player is because he's obviously got some personal issues. Otherwise, he would be at City.
"We've known for quite a while that there are one or two things in his private life that impact his on-field performance.
"So I very much doubt there's a clause where Everton can say, well, if this happens, they can return him effectively for free.
"Of course, they can terminate the agreement and pay Manchester City to have him back or continue to pay his wages."
Jack Grealish's exit could impact Everton's plans
The Toffees do have a lot to consider, even if there is the possibility of Grealish being welcomed back into the squad this season.
Football Insider understands that terminating the player's contract would allow Moyes to add another key name to the squad in January.
The Merseyside club have already been linked with a couple of attackers, such as Kelvin Yeboah and Giorgi Kvernadze, and January is just around the corner.
It would appear that The Friedkin Group (TFG) have no desire to splash the cash while attempting to sell the club after just 21 months in charge.