Jack Grealish dropped by Everton for breaking club rules

Jack Grealish missed Everton's Carabao Cup round of 16 match against Newcastle United due to a breach of club discipline. According to BBC reports, this punishment stemmed from an unauthorized absence when he skipped a practice session on Monday. Manager David Moyes supported the action, stating it was a joint club choice while declining to share further details. The winger also missed a 2-0 defeat to Arsenal because of an illness. Grealish arrived back at Everton on a season-long loan on September 1, after beginning the campaign with Manchester City under Enzo Maresca.

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Disciplinary actions in top-flight football usually follow strict internal codes meant to keep squad harmony intact. Grealish joined City for £100 million in 2021 before returning to Merseyside for regular playing time.