I was wary of posting this as I know how this sort of stuff usually goes down on here but I have heard the same from someone who knows his dad. Apparently he will wear the number 18 shirt (maybe nod to Rooney, maybe Gazza, maybe rubbish who knows).
3 parties Us , City & player want this.
Stumbling block has obviously been the huge money involved and has took a while for all 3 to reach agreement.
However this just looks down to finer details now , it will be done.
My missus pays almost no attention to actual football but when I mentioned he might sign for the blues she instantly mentioned the good stuff he does off the pitch and what a nice fella he seemed. Good PR for your club having someone with that...
Jack Grealish is a world class footballer, but first and most importantly a world class bloke.
I would be extremely happy and proud if he chose to join Everton.