By JEORGE BIRD, DIGITAL ESPORTS REPORTER
Published: 15:41 EDT, 25 August 2025 | Updated: 15:42 EDT, 25 August 2025
Everton have signed Southampton youngster Tyler Dibling in a £42million move.
Dibling joins the Toffees in a deal which includes £6m in add-ons, easily achievable on appearances, and a 20 per cent sell-on clause.
The 19-year-old praised David Moyes and stated that the Everton boss will be 'perfect' for his development.
Dibling, who has been given the No 20 shirt, told evertontv: 'I'm buzzing to sign. I felt the Club already, even before I was in the building, just from social media and from people telling me about the Club. I've never been so excited to play football and I'm just ready to get going.
'I think it's the perfect match because of where the Club is right now. Obviously with the new stadium, the fans here are unreal and it has a family feel to it. I think it was the perfect fit and was a no-brainer to join.
'I think I've come to Everton at the perfect time and hopefully I can be here for many years.
Everton have completed the signing of Southampton starlet Tyler Dibling for £42million
Dibling stated that he feels that he has come to Everton at the perfect time
The 20-year-old praised David Moyes and is eager to work under the Everton boss
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'[The Brighton win] gave me a feel for the Club. It looked unbelievable. I also played in the last Men's game at Goodison. It was so loud. I was looking around and thinking, 'This is quality'. That was a really good insight for me into what it's like here with the fans and the atmosphere they can create.
'There's no better feeling than when you're doing well in football and to feel that love from the fans is one of the best feelings ever. I'm excited to play here.'
On the chance to work with Blues boss Moyes, Dibling added: 'I think the manager is perfect for me. Obviously he's helped so many players before who were in my position. I've spoken to him and I know he's going to be good for me.
'There are so many players here to learn from, real quality players like Jack Grealish and Iliman Ndiaye.
'I'd say the wow factor in my game is my dribbling. That's what I'm best at and that's what I want to excite the fans, and I hope I'll get to do a lot of it.
'My aim for this season is just to play as many games as I can and to help the team as much as I can with goals and assists. As a team, hopefully we can have a good season and see where it goes.'
On his latest addition, Moyes said: 'We are really pleased to bring Tyler to Everton Football Club. He is a talented young English player with lots of potential.
'Tyler adds to our attacking options and we will support him in his future development.
Dibling is eager to gain further Premier League experience after joining Everton
'We are eager to build a team that Evertonians can enjoy watching and be proud of, and Tyler can help us achieve that.'
Southampton initially wanted £100million for Dibling but subsequently lowered their asking price.
Last season Dibling, who can also play as an attacking midfielder, made 33 appearances for Southampton in the Premier League and scored twice, while he also provided an assist.