Grealish will miss the remainder of the Premier League season due to injury, in a blow to his World Cup chances

Everton winger Jack Grealish will miss the rest of the season with a broken foot, putting his World Cup hopes in serious doubt.

Grealish, on loan from Manchester City, is likely to undergo surgery after suffering the stress fracture during Everton’s 1-0 win over Aston Villa on January 18.

«We think he will probably need an operation, but that is still not absolutely confirmed, but it probably rules him out for the rest of the season,» Everton manager David Moyes told reporters on Friday.

“It’s really disappointing for the player, for the club and for all of us here.

«He’s such an important part, he’s a big character, a big experience for us. We’ll miss him. He’s done a lot of good things for us.»

Grealish’s last England cap came against Finland in October 2024, but his impressive Everton form had catapulted him back into World Cup contention.

England boss Thomas Tuchel spoke to him after Everton’s victory over Manchester United in November.

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But it is now unlikely he will be fit in time for the tournament, which will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico from June 11.

Grealish flourished at Everton, with two goals and six assists in 20 Premier League appearances.

The 30-year-old appeared to be returning to top form after a disappointing spell at City, during which he fell out of favor with boss Pep Guardiola.

Asked whether Grealish’s injury would hamper his chances of joining Everton permanently, Moyes said it was «far too early» to discuss long-term plans for the former Aston Villa star.

Published on January 30, 2026