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Tyler Dibling’s Southampton Return Amid Transfer Uncertainty

Southampton manager Will Still has confirmed that Tyler Dibling is back in full training ahead of Sunday’s clash with Ipswich Town. After shining in a difficult campaign that saw the Saints relegated to the Sky Bet Championship, Dibling has once again become the centre of attention.

Everton Interest and Transfer Tensions

The 19-year-old winger has been a prime summer target for Everton. According to The Echo, the Blues submitted three separate offers, the latest worth around £37 million including add-ons. Each bid was rejected as Southampton held firm. Reports now suggest Everton are assessing alternative options, although a return for Dibling later in the window cannot be ruled out.

Still’s Faith in Young Talent

Despite being left out of the squad for the Championship opener against Wrexham, Dibling may feature against Kieran McKenna’s Ipswich side. Will Still was clear in his stance. “For the moment, he’s still a Southampton player – he’s trained really well yesterday, and he’s trained well today,” he told the Daily Echo.

“We’ll make a decision purely based on what the team needs and where he’s at physically, but we’ll make that call later in the day or tomorrow. He’s still a Southampton player, and he hasn’t gone anywhere.”

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Still added that speculation is part of modern football. “I know there’s been a lot of noise, there’s a lot of noise about a few players. We can’t control that as such, it’s just part and parcel of what the transfer window is, so we’ll have to wait and see.”

Honest Management and Player Development

The Saints boss stressed the importance of clarity. “Having honest conversations, I think he was pretty honest in the past few weeks. It’s not the easiest thing for him – he’s still very young, he’s still trying to understand how it all works. I’ll be honest with everyone and hope they are back.”

Still also referenced other players who faced uncertainty. “Everyone has been. There was some stuff about Matty [Fernandes] and Matty’s come back and done really well. I’m sure Tyler will be exactly the same.”

Dibling’s development and potential impact on Southampton’s Championship season now hinge on whether he stays on the south coast or becomes a late-window coup for Everton.

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Southampton supporters will feel excited yet slightly anxious about this situation. On one hand, Tyler Dibling represents the kind of attacking spark that could ignite a Championship promotion push. Fans have seen too many talented youngsters depart early, and losing him now would carry echoes of past frustrations. The thought of him making his first appearance of the season this weekend will bring hope that he can channel his energy into a Saints revival.

From an Everton perspective, the mood is mixed. Some fans are expectant, seeing him as a statement signing who could add dynamism to their attack. Others are sceptical, questioning whether paying £37 million for a teenager with limited senior minutes makes sense, especially with other areas of the squad in need of reinforcement.

There is also the concern of timing. With the transfer window still open, the uncertainty could linger and affect Southampton’s preparations. Yet Will Still’s calm handling of the situation and his emphasis on honest conversations show a steady hand in a turbulent period.

The wider football community will be watching closely. Should Dibling shine against Ipswich, calls for Everton to return with an even higher bid will only grow louder. If he stays and thrives in the Championship, Saints fans will celebrate it as a victory of ambition over financial temptation.