David Moyes celebrates a narrow win over struggling Newcastle but stays tight-lipped on Jack Grealish's status following disciplinary action.
Everton boss David Moyes had three points to celebrate after his side squeezed past struggling Newcastle United by a single goal, but the post-match questions were about one man who wasn't involved: Jack Grealish.
Pressed on the winger's situation following disciplinary action, Moyes kept his answers short and his cards close to his chest. His message was blunt: Grealish is unavailable, and there was little appetite to say more.
The lack of detail will keep the talk going among Everton supporters. Grealish's availability is a major storyline, and the club's refusal to open up on the disciplinary matter leaves plenty of room for speculation about when he might return to the squad.
For now, Moyes seems happy to let the result do the talking. A narrow victory over a Newcastle side searching for form is a welcome boost, and the manager will hope the focus swings back to what his team is doing on the pitch once the dust settles.
