England forward Jack Grealish has revealed what Wayne Rooney told him before he agreed to join Everton on loan from Manchester City.
The 29-year-old was unveiled on Tuesday after signing a season-long deal, with Everton having the option to buy him for £50 million.
Grealish said he spoke with Rooney, a club legend, before making the move and their conversation stuck with him.
“I spoke to Wayne Rooney before I came here and I mentioned that to him – about the number 18 – so I hope he’s happy as well!” he said.
After struggling for game time under Pep Guardiola last season, Grealish is keen to regain top form at Goodison Park and reward the trust Everton have placed in him.
The deal is one of the biggest transfers of the summer as Everton aim to strengthen their attack.
