Deal Done and Medical Booked for New Everton Signing, Latest Update

Everton have finally secured a breakthrough in their long-running pursuit of 19-year-old winger Tyler Dibling, reaching a deal with Southampton that paves the way for his imminent arrival at Hill Dickinson Stadium.

After weeks of negotiations, multiple rejected bids, and the Saints holding out for a fee closer to £50 million, Everton and Southampton have now agreed terms that appear acceptable to both parties. The final structure reportedly features an initial £35 million upfront, with an additional £5 million in performance-related add-ons, potentially taking the deal up to £40 million .

In a confirmatory update from Goodison News, the next step is clear: “Tyler Dibling medical to take place on Monday”, signaling that the clubs have moved beyond financial wrangling into the final pre-signing stage . Fabrizio Romano echoed this, stating on X: “Everton medical for Tyler Dibling will take place in the next 24 hours after deal agreed with Southampton.” . Once completed, Everton are expected to officially unveil Dibling — potentially in time for their Carabao Cup tie midweek, with a Premier League debut on the horizon.

Dibling arrives as enormously talented and highly rated, despite limited senior minutes this season in the Championship. Last season, however, he made 33 Premier League appearances, registering two goals, and starred for England Under-21s .

Everton have been determined, elevating their bids gradually—from £27 million to £35 million, before finally presenting a package just exceeding £40 million with add-ons and a 20 % sell-on clause .

Manager David Moyes has made Dibling a top target to reinforce Everton’s attacking play—particularly on the right wing—after earlier pursuits of players like Francisco Conceição and Johan Bakayoko failed to materialize .

This signing would become Everton’s eighth acquisition of the summer, joining recent arrivals like Jack Grealish (loan), Thierno Barry, Adam Aznou, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Mark Travers, and others .

The timing of the transfer is opportune. Coming off a morale-boosting 2–0 victory over Brighton at their new Hill Dickinson Stadium, Everton are looking to carry the momentum into both cup competition and the league .

If Dibling passes his medical and signs, he could be a catalyst in Everton’s revival under Moyes, offering youthful energy, creativity, and long-term potential. The club appears to be balancing ambition with prudence — securing exciting talent while managing costs and add-on structures strategically.