Jack Grealish sends message to fans as he plays first Premier League clash for Man City in 460 days

JACK GREALISH rushed onto social media to thank fans after reigniting his Manchester City career. The winger’s days at the Etihad Stadium looked numbered when he was shipped out on loan to Everton in a deal which included a £50million option to become permanent last year. Jack Grealish ended a 460-day wait to appear for Manchester City in the Premier League Credit: Getty The winger thanked fans following the comeback against Bournemouth Credit: PA But Grealish, 30, is back at City and came off the bench in the season-opening comeback win over Bournemouth. It was the three-time Premier League title winner’s first top-flight outing for the Sky Blues in 460 DAYS. Sign up for the Football newsletter Thank you! Grealish’s last City appearance in the competition came in a 3-1 victory over the same opponents in May 2025. And he headed onto Instagram to post a heartwarming message after the final whistle. Alongside three snaps, Grealish wrote on Instagram Stories: “Thank you to City fans for a nice welcome or return.” The England man added a laughing emoji and two sky blue hearts in the upload. City boss Enzo Maresca turned to Grealish after hailing his performance against Arsenal in the Community Shield. And, following his introduction, the title chasers came from behind thanks to late goals from Marc Guehi and Josko Gvardiol. Most read in Sport SUN VEGAS WELCOME OFFER: GET UP TO £100 BONUS But there is still uncertainty over whether Grealish will be on City’s books by the time the transfer window slams shut. Everton are confident their former loanee would love to seal a quickfire return to Merseyside. Toffees chief executive Angus Kinnear said: “He’s a player we’ve remained in contact with. “It was no secret he decided to have rehab here for the rest of last season when he didn’t have to. “He’s fallen in love with the right shade of blue. But, ultimately, he’s a City player and we need to respect that. “The most important thing is he’s back. He’s had a very serious injury and worked really hard to get back.” Grealish came off the bench Credit: Reuters Atletico Madrid have also considered offering Grealish a shock move to LaLiga. He is being seen internally as a good tactical fit for iconic boss Diego Simeone. Comment now