New signing at Manchester City takes over Jack Grealish's jersey number, despite Grealish still being part of the club's roster
In the world of football, the new season is upon us, and there are some exciting changes happening at Manchester City and Everton. Let's take a closer look at the transfers of Jack Grealish and Rayan Cherki, two players who are set to make a significant impact in the upcoming season.
Jack Grealish, the English midfielder, has completed a season-long loan move to Everton with an option to make the deal permanent next summer for £50million. Grealish, who was previously wearing the No.10 at Manchester City, has chosen to wear the No.18 at Everton instead. This change was due to the No.10 being taken, and as part of his season-long loan arrangement, the No.18 was confirmed for him.
At Manchester City, the No.10 shirt is traditionally associated with a key creative player. Grealish's decision to relinquish the No.10 shirt is reportedly influenced by a former Manchester United icon's legacy, suggesting a respect for that shirt number's significance and perhaps club tradition or squad dynamics at City.
Meanwhile, Rayan Cherki, a young and talented midfielder, has signed a five-year deal at the Etihad Stadium following his £34million transfer from Lyon. Cherki, who was previously No.29 at the club, will now wear the No.10 shirt. The move to Manchester City came after Cherki made 185 appearances for his boyhood club.
Cherki made a strong impression during the Club World Cup, scoring once and providing one assist in four appearances. Fans will have the chance to see him in action away to Wolves on Saturday, as City kick-off their Premier League campaign at Molineux in the day's evening fixture. If selected, Grealish's first Premier League start since April 2 would be on Monday night.
It's worth noting that Grealish still remains on Manchester City's books despite his loan move. This means that the club retains the option to recall him at any point during the season.
In summary, Jack Grealish has swapped numbers and teams, moving to Everton to wear the No.18. Meanwhile, Rayan Cherki has signed for Manchester City and will wear the No.10 shirt. Both players are set to make a significant impact in the upcoming season. Stay tuned for more updates on their progress!
[1] [Source for Grealish choosing No.18 at Everton] [2] [Source for Grealish giving up No.10 at Manchester City] [3] [Source for confirmation of Grealish's No.18 at Everton]
Football transfers are making waves in the Premier League, as Jack Grealish, the English midfielder, moves to Everton on a season-long loan, with an option to make the deal permanent for £50million. Grealish, who relinquished the No.10 shirt at Manchester City due to respect for the shirt number's legacy, will wear the No.18 at Everton. Meanwhile, Rayan Cherki, a young midfielder, joins Manchester City from Lyon for £34million, and will wear the No.10 shirt previously occupied by Grealish. In the Premier League, City will face Wolves on Saturday, while Grealish's first start since April would be on Monday. It's worth noting that Manchester City retains the option to recall Grealish during the season. These two transfers are set to make a significant impact in the upcoming football season, with the World Cup, F1, and European leagues also providing exciting sports action.
