Tottenham are eyeing a summer move for Tyler Dibling
Tottenham fans are always calling for new blood. The club’s directors are well aware of this, and this summer they are once again scouring the local market for British talent. Not surprisingly, the name of Southampton winger Tyler Dibling has come to the fore just now. At just 19 years of age, the youngster is already attracting attention in the Premier League for his burst of pace and quality on the wing. Many remember his sparkling performances in the Championship, where he made it clear that his ceiling is still a long way off. Daniel Levy is looking to reinforce the wing and add depth for an attack that, last season, lost freshness in certain stretches.
Tyler Dibling under medical scrutiny
According to an exclusive report from TottenhamHotspurNews.com, the Spurs board are making steady progress towards signing Tyler Dibling. The London club are keen to seal his arrival in the coming weeks and are already confident about the youngster’s fitness. Dr Rajpal Brar explained that, although Dibling missed two games last season with a sprained ankle, he has no long-term effects. Brar was clear that there should be no problem getting him through the medical. Southampton do not want to give him away, and his valuation is between €55 and €65 million, according to Florian Plettenberg. We also covered this in one of our latest reports. That figure seems reasonable for a club determined to build a future now. Meanwhile, Tottenham are also eyeing a deal to sign Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton.
“He did miss two games last season due to an ankle injury. However, it isn’t something that appeared to have knock-on effects, as he was injury-free for the rest of the season. I do not see him facing any issues clearing his medical, either.”
Does it make sense to invest such a large sum in a player who has only made a few professional appearances? Yes and no. Tottenham need young air. The team can’t just rely on established stars to carry all the responsibility. Dibling offers a little bit of flair and a little bit of aggressiveness and edge in one-on-one duels, something that is not in short supply in the current set-up. However, his price tag means that immediate returns must be demanded. If Tottenham are to land him, they will need to integrate him well. Avoiding excessive pressure will be key. Not all projects blossom quickly.
Tottenham are reportedly keen on securing the services of Southampton winger Tyler Dibling this summer.
Another point for the board to consider is how he will fit in with the current wingers. There is fierce competition and, if he does not play enough, his growth will stagnate. It might be worth considering a loan move after signing him, if the coaching staff does not see immediate space for him. What is clear is that this move reveals the club’s commitment to local talent. It is not easy to convince a 19-year-old to leave a place where he has minutes. The money helps, but the sporting project has to seduce him. This story looks set to drag on for a few weeks. It will be interesting to see if Spurs stand up or if Southampton manage to raise the bidding. The fans are asking for a future, but not at any price.