Tyler Dibling
(Credit: Imago)
Rahul Lakhani
Thu 7 August 2025 15:10, UK
Everton are in hot pursuit of Southampton star Tyler Dibling, and are prepared to pay a big fee for him.
The Toffees are in talks with Southampton after a bid was rejected with a counter-proposal, and any deal appears complicated by the huge fee the Saints want for the teenager.
Everton need to add quality to the wings, but the move for Dibling may be seen as a surprise to some, given his relative lack of experience.
However, current Rangers boss Russell Martin gave Dibling his breakthrough at Southampton, and Everton fans will be delighted to hear what he had to say about the teenager.
Southampton starlet Tyler Dibling.
Everton are keen on Dibling (Credit: Imago)
Martin hailed Dibling after Southampton breakthrough
Southampton endured a disastrous season in the Premier League, with Martin dismissed midway through the campaign as they were relegated.
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However, Dibling was a shining light in an otherwise woeful year, and his qualities shone through despite his team’s struggles.
Dibling was relegated with Southampton, but was able to make an impact in attack after his first-team breakthrough.
Southampton previously valued Dibling at £100 million, but softened their stance in recent days.
Speaking on The Rest Is Football Podcast (April 2025), Martin told Gary Lineker that Dibling was the biggest talent he has ever managed, and emphasised that he has the potential to reach the very top level.
“He is the most talented player I’ve ever seen, the most talented I’ve ever worked with, seen live on the training pitch,” Martin stated of Dibling.
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Dibling performed well at Southampton
“I worked with James Maddison at that age at Norwich, he was outstanding, and Tyler has every capability to go on and play for England at the top level for a very long time.
“He’s powerful, he’s really quick, both feet with no backlift. I worked with Harry Kane when he was on loan at Norwich as well.
“Physically, the stuff I’ve seen him (Dibling) do at 18 in the Premier League, with people just bouncing off him and being put on the floor when he dribbles with the ball, he has something I’ve not seen in a British player for a long time.”
Dibling can be Everton’s next superstar
Many will question the fee Everton are paying for Dibling, but with a season of Premier League football under his belt, he can make an instant impact.
Everton are paying a premium for his potential as Southampton are well aware of how talented Dibling is. The likes of Gareth Bale and Theo Walcott developed with the Saints, and Dibling is the next huge talent to come out of their academy.
Dibling would bring speed and strength, as well as the potential to develop in front of goal, and could even become a midfielder or central player in the long term.
Everton must now find a way to seal a deal with Southampton, as their alternative targets may not have as much potential as Dibling does.
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