Popular and talented – but Grealish is running out of chances

Jack Grealish was left out of Everton’s squad for their Carabao Cup match against Newcastle after missing training, an incident the club described as a breach of discipline. The decision puts pressure on the 31-year-old to regain the trust of manager David Moyes and supporters, with his career at a turning point after being sidelined at Manchester City.

Everton do not consider the incident a final chance, but the club has made clear there must be no repeat. Grealish has discussed the matter with club officials and is expected to work his way back into the squad. Everton beat Newcastle 3-1 without him, with 20-year-old Tyrique George playing on the left, and will face League Two Fleetwood Town in the quarter-finals.