Tyler Dibling has insisted he is settled at Everton as he prepares for what he hopes will be a breakthrough season in Royal Blue.
Struggles After Big Move
The 20-year-old struggled to make an impact after joining in an initial £35m deal from Southampton 12 months ago. But he believes he is now ready to recapture the form that brought him to the attention of the world with the Saints after earning increasing exposure during pre-season.
Best Game Yet
Dibling, who impressed in the 3-1 friendly defeat to VfB Stuttgart on Saturday, told Everton's club media: “I think that was definitely my best game since joining the club. I think I did a few good things.”
“I haven't shown my best in an Everton shirt yet but I’m working hard to get there. I’m just pushing to show everyone what I can do.”
“I’ve got the support here to do that – 100 per cent. I’ve got H [team-mate Harrison Armstrong] here, the other lads, the coaching staff. I’m settled and determined to show what I’m capable of.”
Impressive Display
The 20-year-old started at the MHP Arena and played for the first hour of the match. He caused the Champions League side numerous problems during a 15-minute first-half spell that saw the Blues spurn a host of good chances while trailing by just a goal.
One of the best was an opportunity for Carlos Alcaraz, who opted to take a touch rather than shoot first time after Dibling picked out his run into the box. Alcaraz was still able to shoot but, while he beat goalkeeper Fabian Bredlow, his delay had allowed a defender to get back and block.
Dibling then almost scored himself when he tested Bredlow with a good strike from the edge of the area.
Promising Pre-Season
The display was the latest glimpse of promise from the England Under-21 international, who has had several opportunities to impress this summer and did so in the opening friendly against Dundee before picking up a minor knock.
