Jack Grealish
Jack Grealish has apologised to Everton and its supporters after a spell out of the team due to disciplinary issues.
Grealish missed the Toffees' last four fixtures due to a 'breach of club discipline', a decision backed by manager David Moyes.
Jack Grealish on the ball for Everton against Chelsea2
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The 31-year-old made his return to action in a behind-closed-doors match against Derby County, which Everton won 4-1.
And the star forward is hopeful it will be the start of a run of games following his off-field indiscretions.
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"Nice to be back out there with the boys today after a few good days training," Grealish wrote.
"I want to apologise to the fans n (sic) everyone at the club for not been (sic) able to help the team the last few weeks.
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"I love playing for this club n (sic) can't wait to be back playing in front of you guys in an Everton shirt. See you all soon."
Grealish's first opportunity to return for Everton in a competitive setting is on November 23 when the Toffees travel to Brentford, with kick-off set for 8pm.
Worryinfly, Grealish is yet to register a goal or an assist from six competitive appearances for the Toffees this term.
Given he is into the final year of his deal at Manchester City, Grealish will need to increase his goal contributions if he is to remain at Everton.
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One figure who believes Grealish can still turn things around is former Republic of Ireland international Andy Townsend, although he knows the road back won't be an easy one for the mercurial forward.
"If you're not one of those boys that rocks up in the morning, you're in great nick from the day before, then you're not going to survive, certainly not in the Premier League," Townsend said.
Jack Grealish playing for Everton2
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"So Jack has got to make a decision (on) what he really wants to do, where he really wants to be and I think find something a little bit more in his game.
"A few years ago he had that one season in the treble-winning team where he was truly outstanding there.
"Give it to Jack and he'll hang onto it and he'll make something happen for us.
"That's disappeared lately. I hope he gets it back."
Grealish has 29 goals and 27 assists in 216 Premier League appearances for Villa, City and Everton.
He also boasts 39 England caps, but has not represented the Three Lions since October 2024.