Everton manager David Moyes has praised Jack Grealish’s impact following his loan move from Manchester City, highlighting his creativity and contribution to the team’s recent victories. Grealish provided two assists in Everton’s 3-2 win over Wolves, helping the team climb to fifth place in the Premier League. Moyes described Grealish as ‘better than I thought he was,’ emphasizing his positive influence on the team’s attacking play. Meanwhile, Wolves’ struggles continue as they face injury concerns and transfer speculation surrounding key players.
David Moyes, the Everton manager, has lavished praise on Jack Grealish following the midfielder's impressive start to his loan spell from Manchester City. Grealish played a pivotal role in Everton's recent victory over Wolves, providing two crucial assists as the Toffees secured a valuable three points.
The match began brightly for Everton, with Grealish setting up Beto for an early goal, showcasing his vision and ability to unlock defenses. While Hwang Hee-Chan managed to equalize for Wolves, Everton quickly regained their advantage through Illiman Ndiaye, who capitalized on the team's attacking momentum. Keirnan Dewsbury-Hall then extended Everton's lead, scoring his first goal for the club, with Grealish once again providing the assist. Despite a late consolation goal from Rodrigo Gomes, Everton held on to secure the win.
This victory marks Everton's second consecutive win, propelling them to fifth place in the Premier League standings as they head into the international break. The team's improved form is largely attributed to Grealish's immediate impact and integration into the squad.
Remarkably, since the start of last season, only Dwight McNeil, with six assists, has provided more assists for Everton in the Premier League than Grealish, who has only played three matches. Grealish's four assists this season are also the most of any player in the league, highlighting his creative influence and contribution to Everton's attacking prowess.
Speaking after the game, Moyes was effusive in his praise for Grealish, emphasizing the player's dedication and drive to improve. "It's nothing to do with me," Moyes stated, "it's all to do with Jack and his own mentality to be better. There's a wee bit to prove, I'm sure, I think we all have. I think in life, you've always got something you have to strive to do. And I think Jack wants to show that he's a good player. I think he's showing it at the moment."
Moyes continued, "I think some of his football has been really good. The biggest compliment I could probably give him is he's better than I thought he was. You know, he's so good. I think what Jack gives us is something just on the edge, which, hopefully, it's on the edge of creativeness and maybe scoring goals." This statement underscores the manager's high regard for Grealish's talent and potential to make a significant impact on the team.
“The biggest compliment I can say about Jack is that he’s even better than I thought he was.”
– David Moyes on Jack Grealish pic.twitter.com/afmEnl80JM
— Everton (@Everton) August 30, 2025
In contrast to Everton's positive trajectory, Wolves' recent form has been concerning. After winning six consecutive Premier League matches between March and April, they have since failed to win any of their last seven, losing six of those and drawing one. This slump in form highlights the challenges facing Wolves manager Vitor Pereira as he seeks to turn the team's fortunes around.
Adding to Wolves' woes, they were without the services of striker Jorgen Strand Larsen for the game against Everton. Larsen's absence was attributed to a knock, though it also fueled rumors of a potential transfer, with reports suggesting that Newcastle United had made two bids for the Norwegian striker earlier in the week.
Pereira addressed the speculation surrounding Larsen's future, stating, "Of course, of course," when questioned about whether he expects the striker to remain at the club after the transfer window closes. He clarified that Larsen's absence was due to a legitimate injury, explaining, "But Jorgen, as I told you before, he got a kick in the Achilles tendon in the game against Bournemouth. He tried to help us in the last game, but the level of the inflammation increased and meant that we did an MRI, and he has something there, not serious, but with a big risk if he plays."
The game ended with Everton securing a 3-2 victory over Wolves, further solidifying their position in the top half of the Premier League table, thanks in no small part to the contributions of their new loan signing, Jack Grealish. The match highlighted both Everton's resurgence and Wolves' current struggles, setting the stage for an intriguing season ahead for both clubs.