Grealish Injury Blow For Everton As Foot Problem Threatens Key Midfielder

Everton are waiting for detailed medical results after Jack Grealish suffered a foot injury, raising concern over a key figure in David Moyes’ squad. The issue comes just after a 1-0 win over Aston Villa

that lifted Everton to 10th in the Premier League.

Grealish completed the full match against former club Aston Villa, yet Everton later disclosed the foot problem, which could lead to a lengthy absence. The injury emerged at a time when Everton sit four points behind fourth-placed Liverpool in a tight league table.

Everton released a formal update on the Everton Jack Grealish injury, stating: "Everton can confirm Jack Grealish has sustained a foot injury, a statement read. Jack is currently under the care of the club's medical team and will also be reviewed by a specialist in the coming days. "

The Everton Jack Grealish injury adds to an already stretched squad. Iliman Ndiaye and Idrissa Gueye are away with Senegal, contributing to their Africa Cup of Nations success, while Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Carlos Alcaraz and Tim Iroegbunam are already out, reducing Moyes’ options across midfield.

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Since joining Everton on loan from Manchester City in August, Grealish has become central to the attack, scoring two goals and supplying six assists in 20 league matches. The Everton Jack Grealish injury now threatens that influence and may affect plans on and off the pitch.

Grealish’s creativity has been crucial. The Everton Jack Grealish injury interrupts a season in which Grealish has produced 36 open-play chances in the league, behind only Bruno Fernandes with 40 and Jeremy Doku with 39. Grealish leads Everton with eight goal involvements and 38 chances created overall, ahead of James Garner’s 27.

The Everton Jack Grealish injury also arrives during a crucial selection period for England. Any extended spell out could damage Grealish’s attempt to impress England head coach Thomas Tuchel ahead of this year’s World Cup. Everton next play Leeds United in the Premier League on January 26, with Moyes likely forced into further changes.