David Moyes told Jack Grealish exactly what he wanted from him on Everton debut at Leeds

Jack Grealish struggled on his first appearance in an Everton shirt on what was a tough away defeat at Elland Road.

Ahead of the clash with Leeds United, his new manager was discussing his plans for the England international after he managed to sign him.

Moyes convinced Grealish to join Everton, TBR Football exclusively revealed, by telling him that he can help reignite his England career ahead of next summer’s World Cup.

Grealish’s versatility makes him an exciting signing for the Merseyside club, and the Toffees’ boss was asked where he thinks he operates best.

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David Moyes backs Jack Grealish to fill multiple roles at Everton

David Moyes has backed his new loan signing, Jack Grealish, to fill multiple roles in Everton’s attack during his time on Merseyside.

The 29-year-old can play as both a left-sided attacker and also centrally as a number ten, giving the Toffees options throughout the season.

The Scottish coach is hopeful that the Man City loanee can rediscover his best form in an Everton shirt, which could be an exciting prospect.

But on his debut for his new side, Grealish struggled to make an impact off the bench as Everton were beaten 1-0.

Moyes told Sky Sports Monday Night Football: “Well, I see him in both roles actually. I see him being able to play as a number ten if we needed him to, and he’s got the ability to not give the ball away.

“He could easily play as a midfield player as well. But I want him for his attacking qualities, I want him for his goals and his creativity.

“I hope we can get the Jack Grealish that we all know, and I look forward to getting him properly introduced to the side.”

Grealish is not guaranteed a starting spot at Everton though, with Iliman Ndiaye starting on the left and new signing Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall in the number ten role.

Gary Neville believes David Moyes needs more Everton signings

Gary Neville has urged Everton’s board to back Moyes with more signings in the final two weeks of the transfer window.

The former Manchester United defender believes that Moyes’ squad is still two or three players short to really be competitive this season.

With the new stadium now in place, Neville thinks this is the time for the board to back their manager in the transfer window.

Neville also said on Sky Sports’ Monday Night Football: “He absolutely does, you think about the new stadium for Everton, the size of the club and underperformance over the years, the manager that they’ve now got.

“They need to back him, they need to go now and get those two or three, four players that will mean that squad starts to look stronger.”

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