Southampton Withdraws Tyler Dibling Amid Everton Transfer Talks

Southampton have withdrawn 19-year-old midfielder Tyler Dibling from full contact training as transfer talks with Premier League club Everton progress, with the club aiming to prevent injury that could jeopardize the deal. Everton have made multiple bids for Dibling, including offers around £40m to £43m plus add-ons, but Southampton value the player closer to £50m and have rejected these offers. Despite the high asking price, negotiations continue with Everton still considered front-runners amid interest from Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig. Dibling is currently training alone on non-contact fitness work rather than being banished from the squad, as Southampton prepare for their Championship season opener. Everton, having lost several experienced starters, are actively seeking reinforcements, also pursuing other targets like Manchester City's Jack Grealish and Real Sociedad's Takefusa Kubo as alternatives. Southampton's manager has acknowledged the possibility of Dibling's departure but maintains the club's valuation and confidence in its squad depth.