Everton news tonight: Grealish apology, Armstrong’s Moyes praise and £17m transfer link
Everton news roundup for Friday 13 November 2026, including Jack Grealish’s return, Harrison Armstrong’s latest interview, a reported January transfer target and England’s win over Croatia.
Jack Grealish’s return to action, Harrison Armstrong’s praise for David Moyes and a reported £17m transfer target headline Friday’s Everton news. The Blues are sixth in the Premier League after three consecutive victories, with Moyes preparing for the trip to Brentford on Monday 23 November.
Here are the main developments for Everton supporters this evening.
Grealish apologises after returning against Derby
Jack Grealish has apologised to Everton supporters after playing in Thursday’s behind-closed-doors friendly against Derby County. The Manchester City loanee missed four competitive matches, initially through illness and then following a breach of club discipline.
He returned as Everton beat Derby at Hill Dickinson Stadium, with Christian Norgaard, Charly Alcaraz and 16-year-old Jonathan Nsangou among the scorers. Grealish subsequently apologised on Instagram for being unable to help the team in recent weeks and said he was looking forward to playing in front of Everton supporters again.
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Reuters reported the apology, while Everton confirmed his appearance in their official Derby friendly report. His return gives Moyes another attacking option, although Everton’s recent winning run means a place in the starting line-up is far from guaranteed.
Armstrong reveals Moyes’ trust in Everton breakthrough
Harrison Armstrong has credited Moyes with giving him the confidence to establish himself in Everton’s first team. The 19-year-old midfielder has started all 10 Premier League matches this season and spoke about his progress in a new interview with Everton.
“He gives 100 per cent trust in me,” Armstrong said.
He also acknowledged that Moyes is demanding and wants him to improve his goals, assists and overall influence on matches. Armstrong, who has been at Everton since childhood, described the importance of hard work and keeping standards high. His regular involvement has been a notable feature of the season, particularly for supporters keen to see academy players establish themselves in the senior side.
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Everton linked with £17m Vasco da Gama winger
Everton have reportedly made an initial enquiry about Vasco da Gama forward Andres Gomez ahead of the January transfer window. The 24-year-old Colombia international is valued at around €20m (£17m), according to reports from Brazil. Bournemouth are believed to be further ahead in their pursuit, with Nottingham Forest also linked. Sport Witness has detailed the Brazilian reports.
Gomez has operated mainly on the left wing and would offer competition in Everton’s wide attacking positions. There is no confirmed bid from Everton, and the reported interest remains at an early stage.
Brennan Johnson discusses Everton playing time
Brennan Johnson says he is happy with his opportunities at Everton despite starting five of the club’s first 10 Premier League fixtures. The Wales international has played 411 league minutes since joining from Crystal Palace in August.
Speaking to BBC Sport Wales, Johnson said he had settled quickly at Everton and understood the competition for places. “I’m happy with the amount of minutes I’ve played,” he said.
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Johnson has made 13 appearances in all competitions, scoring once and providing one assist. With Grealish returning and Tyrique George also competing for attacking positions, Johnson will be hoping to earn more starts after the international break.
Pickford and Garner feature in England win
Jordan Pickford and James Garner helped England beat Croatia 2-1 at Wembley on Thursday to reach the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals. Pickford made his 94th senior international appearance, while Garner replaced Declan Rice in the 77th minute. Garner thought he had scored his first England goal, but the effort was ruled out for offside in the build-up. Jarrad Branthwaite remained on the bench.
Everton confirmed the trio’s involvement in their official match report. England face Spain on Sunday, giving the Everton players another opportunity to feature before returning to Merseyside.
Everton internationals and Brentford next
Armstrong and Tyrique George are in the England Under-21 squad for Friday evening’s friendly against Portugal. Other Everton players are also due to feature over the weekend, with Brennan Johnson’s Wales side scheduled to face Norway on Sunday. Moyes’ attention will then turn towards Everton’s next Premier League fixture.
Brentford v Everton takes place on Monday 23 November, kicking off at 8pm GMT.
The manager’s biggest decision could be whether to bring Grealish straight back into the starting side or stick with the players who helped Everton win their previous three matches.
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Gary Gowers is a sports journalist and the editor of Read Everton, where he leads daily coverage of Everton news, transfers and analysis. He also writes about Manchester City for Read Man City and motorsport for Read Motorsport. A former accountant, he became a freelance writer in 2011 and has written for BBC Sport and Metro.
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