Jack Grealish, the Everton loanee, is making a strong case for his return to the England national team, leaving manager Thomas Tuchel with a tough decision to make. Grealish's recent form for the Toffees has been nothing short of remarkable, prompting speculation about his potential inclusion in the squad for next summer's World Cup.
**Grealish's Impact at Everton**
Since joining Everton on a season-long loan from Manchester City, Grealish has been a revelation. In his first six Premier League appearances, he has provided four assists, showcasing his creativity and vision on the pitch. His most recent performance, however, was a game-changer. In a thrilling match against Crystal Palace, Grealish scored a 93rd-minute winner, securing Everton's comeback victory. The goal was not only a testament to his skill but also a moment of personal triumph, as he had previously missed opportunities in similar situations.
Speaking to Sky Sports after the game, Grealish reflected on the significance of the goal: "I've been saying to myself in the 85th minute, 'come on Jack, go and score. Imagine if you scored now.' Today, I actually said the same thing again and I scored. It was nice."
**The England Selection Dilemma**
Despite his impressive form, Grealish was omitted from Tuchel's latest England squad for the upcoming friendly against Wales and the World Cup qualifier against Latvia. This decision has sparked debate, with many believing Grealish's performances for Everton could force Tuchel's hand.
Former England striker Wayne Rooney weighed in on the situation, stating: "All Jack can do is keep doing what he is doing, obviously getting a goal today. I'm sure if he keeps doing that he will be there or thereabouts come the summer. If Jack plays his talent will show, so I'm sure he'll be giving the England manager a headache."
Tuchel, however, has maintained that the door remains open for Grealish. "There is always a way back into the camp," he said. "Jack knows that I see how influential he is for Everton and that he is on his way to be the best version of himself."
**Everton's Praise for Grealish**
Everton manager David Moyes has been a vocal supporter of Grealish, praising his contributions to the team. "Jack's done great again," Moyes said after the win over Crystal Palace. "I have been pushing him to get goals. He is Johnny-on-the-spot."
Moyes also highlighted Grealish's resilience, noting that he had missed some training sessions due to a minor injury but had still managed to perform at a high level. "He has had to miss the odd day of training but he is doing a lot of good things," Moyes added.
**The Road to the World Cup**
With 249 days until the start of the World Cup, Grealish's form for Everton is putting pressure on Tuchel to reconsider his selection. Grealish himself remains focused on his club duties, acknowledging the manager's decision while expressing his desire to play for England. "I don't think it's as deep as everyone says," he told BBC Radio 5 Live. "At the end of the day, you want to play for the national team but people are doing well in my position. I'm doing well also, but the people picked last month did really well in the two games so that's fine with me. That's the manager's decision and I fully respect that."
Grealish's journey with Everton continues, with his next challenge being the match against Manchester City after the international break. While he will be ineligible to face his parent club, his performances so far have undoubtedly put him back in the conversation for England.
**Conclusion**
As Grealish continues to shine for Everton, the debate over his inclusion in the England squad intensifies. With Tuchel acknowledging the player's influence, it remains to be seen whether Grealish's form will be enough to secure his place on the plane to the World Cup. For now, Grealish is focused on helping Everton climb the Premier League table, but his performances are undoubtedly giving Tuchel something to think about.
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