He’d be Moyes’ next Grealish: Everton start work on signing English star

At one stage this season, it appeared as though Everton would be playing European football for the first time in eight years under the guidance of David Moyes.

The Toffees were firmly in the race for a top-eight finish back in April, but their end-of-campaign form ultimately crushed any dreams the supporters had mustered.

However, a run of no wins in the final seven games of the Premier League season saw the club end the 2025/26 campaign in a measly 13th place – just ten points ahead of the drop zone.

It’s certainly a step in the right direction for the Toffees, but this summer will be a crucial period for Moyes and the club as they attempt to bring the glory days to the Hill Dickinson.

Despite the transfer window not opening until early June, the recruitment team have already done their due diligence and identified numerous potential summer targets.

Everton commence work on signing a winger for Moyes

Over the last couple of days, Everton have been linked with a plethora of talents to help push the club up the Premier League table throughout 2026/27.

Chelsea striker Liam Delap has emerged as one potential transfer target this summer, after failing to nail down his place as the Blues’ starting number nine this term.

A sale could take place this window, with a £30m fee expected, but the likes of Newcastle United and Leeds United have also been touted with interest in the 23-year-old.

The Englishman isn’t the only player currently in the hierarchy’s sights at present, with Brighton & Hove Albion winger Solly March another player hugely admired behind the scenes.

According to TEAMtalk, the Toffees have expressed an interest in landing the 31-year-old, with the foundations being laid ahead of a potential summer move.

It’s been reported that the Englishman is set to leave the Seagulls on a free transfer at the end of June as Fabian Hurzeler’s men decided against handing the winger a new deal.

TEAMtalk’s article states that as many as seven top-flight teams are keen on a move for March this window, which could see a huge transfer battle unfolding in the weeks ahead.

Why March would be Moyes’ next Grealish for Everton

Last summer, huge excitement was generated amongst Everton supporters after the club secured the signing of Jack Grealish on a season-long loan from Manchester City.

The 30-year-old’s proven quality and experience in England’s top-flight made him a superb addition, with his early form on Merseyside backing up the excitement behind the deal.

He registered four assists in his first three league outings for Moyes’ men, but fitness issues would put an abrupt end to his success at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Grealish suffered a broken foot back in January, which subsequently ended his season, with the Toffees missing a player of his calibre within the final third.

It remains to be seen if the hierarchy will trigger his £50m option to buy this summer, but other targets are now being drawn up in case a permanent deal can’t be reached.

March is just one player being considered by the recruitment team at present, with the Englishman able to be the manager’s next version of Grealish on Merseyside.

Like the Everton loanee, he’s also had his injury issues in recent times, subsequently making just 19 top-flight appearances across the last three seasons.

However, he’s also endured huge success in the Premier League, as seen by his tally of 14 combined goals and assists during the 2022/23 campaign – helping the Seagulls secure European football.

The 31-year-old, who’s been dubbed “phenomenal” by journalist Kathryn Batte, possesses a similar playstyle to Grealish – as he favours playing off the flank and cutting inside onto his stronger foot.

He’s amassed a superb goal catalogue over his time at the AMEX, with many of his efforts highlighting his ability to glide past the opposition before firing home.

Last season, the winger achieved a superb tally of 2.8 successful crosses per 90 – subsequently ranking him in the top 2% of attackers in England’s top-flight.

He also managed to create 1.7 chances per 90 for his teammates, which highlights the similar levels of creativity produced by Grealish on Merseyside this term.

March’s injury issues will no doubt be the supporters’ biggest concern, but he’s constantly showcased he can provide the goods in forward areas when fully fit.

A deal for Grealish may still be the number one option for the fanbase, but a deal for March could offer a cheaper yet more effective alternative to Moyes in his hunt for success with the Toffees.