Jack Grealish was unavailable for Everton's Carabao Cup round of 16 match against Newcastle due to a breach of club discipline, the club confirmed on Thursday. The on-loan Manchester City winger was also absent from Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Arsenal, initially cited as illness. Everton progressed to the quarterfinals with a 3-1 victory over Newcastle.
Manager David Moyes declined to elaborate further on the specific nature of the disciplinary issue, stating it was a club decision. Grealish, 31, has struggled for impact since joining Everton on loan for a second season, failing to register a goal or assist in seven appearances this campaign. Prior to the Arsenal match, he had started three consecutive Premier League games.
Tyrique George and Brennan Johnson featured on the wings in recent matches, with Tyler Dibling starting against Newcastle. Last season, Grealish contributed six assists and two goals in 20 appearances before a January foot injury ended his campaign. Having spent time rehabilitating at Everton, he returned to the club on loan in September.
The £100 million signing from 2021 began the season at Manchester City before featuring as a substitute in the Community Shield and Premier League opener.
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