Everton are closing in on a deal to reunite with Jack Grealish, with talks over a season-long loan move progressing smoothly, according to reports.

The England international, who spent time on loan at Goodison Park before returning to parent club Manchester City, is understood to be giving strong priority to a switch back to Everton ahead of any other suitors who may be interested in his services.

Sources close to the negotiations suggest both parties are keen to get the move done quickly, with an agreement potentially being finalised as early as next week if discussions continue on their current trajectory.

Everton’s hierarchy have reportedly been working behind the scenes to convince Grealish that a return to Merseyside represents his best path back to regular first-team football.

Grealish struggled for consistent playing time following his move away from Aston Villa years ago, and his previous loan spell at Everton offered him a platform to rebuild his confidence and form under the Toffees’ setup.

That experience appears to have left a lasting impression, with the playmaker reportedly eager to work with the club again rather than explore alternative options elsewhere in England or abroad.