Everton fans explode at 'humiliating' Jack Grealish update

Everton fans are fuming with their board's lack of urgency as Sunderland open talks to sign former loanee Jack Grealish.

Grealish has remained firmly on the Toffees' radar since his loan spell from Man City ended in June.

He won the hearts of supporters and his teammates for some fine performances in royal blue during the first half of last season.

David Moyes has made it clear that he would like to work with Grealish again, and he is expected to leave City again before next Tuesday's deadline.

Sunderland are his latest suitors, with widespread reports claiming that they are in talks to sign him on either a loan or a permanent deal.

His arrival on Wearside would represent a real blow for Everton, with their fans now making it clear that they will not stand for such a blunder in the market.

Jack Grealish to Sunderland talk has Everton fans up in arms

Grealish registered two goals and six assists in 20 Premier League appearances for Everton last season, while also winning last August's top flight Player of the Month award.

His affinity to the club was clear for all to see, especially as he remained on Merseyside to continue his recovery from a serious foot injury right up until the end of his loan deal from City.

Enzo Maresca has included him in his plans at the Etihad Stadium for now, with the 30-year-old given competitive minutes against Arsenal and Bournemouth in the last two weeks.

Sunderland now look to be leading the race for his signature, with Everton fans fuming that the club could miss out on a top target.

One took to X to respond to the Black Cats rumours by saying: "This is getting humiliating."

While another said: "I'll literally cry if he goes anywhere else."

And one fan added: "Get it sorted Everton, we all know he wants us."

Which other wingers could Everton make a move for?

Everton's lack of urgency when it comes to advancing in talks for Grealish could simply mean that their board has moved onto other targets.

Recent reports claim that they still hold an interest, though, yet he is not the only winger on their radar amid uncertainty around Iliman Ndiaye's future.

Sources have exclusively revealed to Football Insider that David Moyes is keen on a move for Bournemouth's Marcus Tavernier, yet they are reluctant to let him leave the Vitality Stadium.

Newcastle's Jacob Murphy is also a target for Everton, as revealed by Football Insider, and so it remains to be seen if they accelerate a move soon.