Why is Jack Grealish not playing for Everton against Man City?

JACK Grealish has rediscovered his best form after making the temporary switch to Everton in the summer.

The winger has been a mainstay in David Moyes‘ side and he has played a massive part in their good start to the season.

Grealish has made five goal contributions (one goal and four assists) in his first seven Premier League matches as a Toffees player.

The 30-year-old opened his Everton account last time out, scoring the winner in a 2-1 win over Crystal Palace.

The three-time Premier League winner will be looking to continue his fine form post-international break, but he won’t be able to play in this afternoon’s fixture at Manchester City.

Why is Jack Grealish not playing for Everton against Man City?

Grealish cannot play for Everton against Man City this afternoon as he is on loan from the Cityzens.

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The Premier League handbook states that “during the period of the temporary transfer (loan) of his contract registration a player shall not play against the transferor (parent) club”.

Grealish joined the Merseyside outfit on a season-long loan from City in August.

The deal does include an option for Everton to buy the forward permanently for £50million.

Tyler Dibling will likely retain his spot in the Toffees eleven with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall returning to the XI in place of Grealish after serving his one-match suspension.

Grealish will be back available for selection for Everton’s next home match against Tottenham on Sunday, October 26.