Grealish spoke after he became an Everton player, and he explained his motives for choosing his jersey number. Speaking to Everton's media after his signing, Grealish explained the significance behind choosing his number. He said, "My two favourite English players ever are Wayne Rooney and Paul Gascoigne and I know they both wore number 18 here."

A decisive intervention from the manager helped secure the loan signing of the 29-year-old England international

Everton have offered Jack Grealish the chance to rekindle his career after completing a loan deal for the Manchester City forward.