Everton are still in desperate need for more additions before the Premier League starts.
David Moyes will want improvement in the areas he stated before the window, with a new winger looking like a priority.
The Tyler Dibling saga continues on as the Scotsman sees the 19-year-old as the ideal candidate for his needs.
Paul Scholes has approved Dibling’s signing as the Southampton star comes with the promise that Moyes is desiring.
There is a debate as to whether this transfer is firmly on or if the chances are withering away, but a reliable name for the Saints might have just given the news Everton have been wanting to hear.
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Journalist thinks Tyler Dibling will leave Southampton for Everton
It’s proving difficult for The Friedkin Group to confirm a deal, but BBC Radio Solent reporter Adam Blackmore has delivered a promising verdict.
After being asked by a concerned Saints fan if he thinks Dibling will leave, Blackmore responded: “Yes – if Everton just creep up a couple of million to get the 40m package Saints are sticking to.”
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Despite Southampton wanting £50 million, Blackmore is suggesting otherwise, with this package considered.
It’s looking clear that it is a matter of a couple of million and not a wide margin, so there is every chance this deal gets completed.
The fee will be between the £40 million-£50 million mark, that’s a certainty, and it’s a signing that makes serious movements in this transfer window.
Tyler Dibling transfer would take Everton transfer spend past £100m mark
There have been shouts from Toffees supporters to show ambition, and Dibling’s transfer would tick that box.
If the 19-year-old signs on, it would mean The Friedkins have finally broken the £100 million barrier in the window, which is something that was expected.
Carlos Alcaraz £13 million
Thierno Barry £27 million
Mark Travers £4 million
Adam Aznou £7.8 million
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall £28 million
Tyler Dibling £40 million
Overall spend: £119.8m
Everton’s transfer spend in 2025/26 window if Tyler Dibling is signed
There was expected to be a £150 million spending spree from the Toffees this summer, which theoretically leaves £30 million on other areas.
After Dibling, Moyes will target a right-back, but the 19-year-old will be at the top of the list in terms of priority.
Blackmore’s suggestion will give Evertonians hope as time is ticking for this deal to get over the line.