Southampton Turn Down £27M Everton Bid for Teen Star Dibling

 Southampton have reportedly rejected a £27 million offer from Everton for highly rated teenager Dom Ballard Dibling, signaling the Saints' determination to keep hold of one of their brightest academy prospects.

At just 18 years old, Dibling has already made waves with his technical ability, composure on the ball, and eye for goal. Having progressed through Southampton’s famed academy system—which has produced stars like Gareth Bale and James Ward-Prowse—Dibling is seen as a cornerstone of the club’s long-term plans.

Everton’s interest comes as no surprise. With the Toffees looking to rebuild their squad under Sean Dyche and invest in young, high-upside talent, Dibling represents a potential game-changer for their midfield creativity. However, Southampton are holding firm. The club sees Dibling as pivotal to their championship campaign and future Premier League ambitions.

Sources suggest that Southampton are not looking to sell this summer unless a significantly higher offer is tabled. They remain confident that Dibling's value will only continue to rise, especially as he earns more first-team minutes and develops under manager Russell Martin.

For now, Everton will need to either come back with a much-improved bid or turn their attention elsewhere. But one thing is clear—Southampton aren’t letting go of their young gem easily.