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Newcastle United, along with Tottenham and RB Leipzig, have been linked with Tyler Dibling of Southampton
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Tyler Dibling has been one of the shining lights in a dismal season for Southampton, who could yet break Derby County’s record for the lowest ever points total in a Premier League season (11). The Saints are on a five-game losing streak, the latest of which was a 3-2 defeat at high-flying Nottingham Forest, and new manager Ivan Juric has been unable to instigate an upturn in results. But Dibling’s performances have at least given fans something to get excited about, even if an immediate return to the Championship now looks like an inevitability. Unfortunately for Saints supporters, Dibling is now a wanted man. The Daily Mail report that the 18-year-old is wanted by Tottenham and RB Leipzig, while Newcastle are also believed to be interested. The versatile teenager has primarily operated as a right winger for Southampton but can also play in more central areas. And he has impressed wherever he has lined up, making 20 Premier League appearances so far this term and scoring two goals. Dibling appears to be growing in confidence with each passing week, netting from close range in a 2-1 defeat at Crystal Palace last month before scoring a well-taken brace in an FA Cup win over Swansea. Southampton reportedly value Dibling at £55 million, and they could be resigned to losing their hottest prospect with relegation now almost certain. He is under contract until 2026, but former manager Russell Martin claimed negotiations to extend the youngster’s deal had been unsuccessful. The best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week. Newcastle, in the market for a right winger, reportedly have a “strong interest” in Dibling, who came through Southampton’s academy and was briefly at Chelsea in 2022, before returning to the south coast after just two months. The Magpies are one of several clubs, including Tottenham and Manchester United, said to have “tracked” Dibling, while Bundesliga clubs including RB Leipzig are reportedly monitoring his progress. Southampton reportedly want to keep Dibling until the summer, perhaps in hope that he could inspire them to a great escape. They are currently on six points from 22 games, 10 from safety having won just once - a 1-0 victory over Everton in November. In FFT’s view, Dibling would be a strong addition for any of the interested clubs, particularly Newcastle, who need a winger on the opposite flank to Anthony Gordon. Dibling may be young and inexperienced, but he has already proved he can shine in the Premier League. Callum is a football writer who has had work published by the likes of BBC Sport, the Independent, BT Sport and the Blizzard, amongst various others. A lifelong Wrexham fan, he is hoping Ryan Reynolds can lead his hometown club to the promised land. Sam Allardyce linked with 'dream return' to Bolton Wanderers ‘Bryan Robson took us to Florida to unwind before 2005’s Great Escape, then results changed’ to this day Robert Earnshaw admits he has no idea how West Brom avoided relegation 20 years ago having been bottom at Christmas Quiz! Can you name the Manchester United starting XI from their 2003 Champions League win over Rangers? Four Four Two is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Visit our corporate site. ©
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