Jack Grealish apologises to Everton fans after making behind-closed-doors return
Former England winger Grealish has missed Everton’s last four matches following a breach of club discipline.
Jack Grealish has issued a public apology to Everton fans after he made his comeback in a behind-closed-doors match with Derby.
Grealish has missed four matches and not played for the Toffees since October 17 following a breach of club discipline.
Boss David Moyes has been reluctant to discuss any finer details and the club only confirmed the 31-year-old former England winger was “not match-fit” ahead of a trip to Newcastle on November 2 but Grealish featured in a friendly at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Thursday in the strongest suggestion yet that a line has been drawn over the issue.
“Nice to be back out there with the boys today after a few good days training,” Grealish wrote on his Instagram story.
“I want to apologise to the fans and everyone at the club for not being able to help the team the last few weeks.
“I love playing for this club and can’t wait to be back playing in front of you guys in an Everton shirt. See you all soon.”
Grealish spent the first half of the 2025-26 campaign on loan at Everton before injury curtailed his spell on Merseyside, but he returned on another temporary deal on transfer deadline day.