Everton manager David Moyes has defended Jack Grealish after images of the midfielder passing out in a bar surfaced online. The England international is currently on loan from Manchester City and has been out injured since January.
The pictures gained attention on social media, raising questions about his professionalism. However, Moyes quickly dismissed any concerns and instead chose to highlight the player’s strong performances earlier in the season.
Grealish suffered a stress fracture in his left foot during a Premier League match against Aston Villa. Since then, he has not featured for Everton and is expected to miss the rest of the season. Despite his absence, the 30-year-old had made a solid impact before injury. Moyes stressed that the club remains fully supportive of the midfielder during his recovery period.
David Moyes focuses on Jack Grealish’s contributions despite setback
David Moyes made it clear that he only views Jack Grealish in a positive light. He explained that the midfielder played an important role for Everton earlier in the campaign. According to Moyes, Grealish delivered strong performances across many matches and helped the team maintain control in games. The manager suggested that his contribution should not be forgotten because of one off-field incident. Moyes also pointed out that Grealish is currently recovering from a serious foot injury. He indicated that the player has been given time to rest and heal properly. From the manager’s perspective, the focus remains on the player’s fitness rather than any social media images. He emphasized that Grealish’s commitment during the season was clear to everyone at the club.
Grealish, meanwhile, has shared encouraging updates about his recovery. He said that he feels physically much better now and that recent medical feedback has been very positive. After consulting with his surgeon, he was told that his recovery is progressing well and is on track. This has given the midfielder confidence about returning to action in the future.
The injury has still been difficult for Grealish mentally. He admitted to BBC Sport that watching matches from the sidelines has been emotional, especially big games like the Merseyside derby. He explained that being away from football is always challenging for any player.
Grealish also expressed gratitude towards Everton for their support. He noted that the manager, staff, and teammates have stood by him throughout his recovery.
