Manchester United legend reveals how Dibling can be successful at Southampton

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Tyler Dibling delighted Southampton fans in the home fixture against Manchester United with his impressive performance throughout the match. Although the Saints couldn't build up their momentum after a good start and conceded three goals, Dibling has been the biggest positive for Russell Martin's side from the 3-0 defeat. His all-round athletic performance alongside his creativity and decision making inside the final third has been praised by several Southampton fans, who expect Dibling to become Southampton's star player in the upcoming years. 

After the match, Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand also expressed his thoughts on the talented right winger and praised him for his brilliant display while facing the Red Devils in his first Premier League start. The former England international also spoke about the importance for Dibling to continue his impressive form and highlighted how he can become a Premier League star at Southampton, saying,

Manchester United legend reveals how Dibling can be successful at Southampton

"Dibling has not had a big exposure because he is not at the same type of club as Manchester United. That’s why I look at Dibling now and I just hope that, I am presuming he has at Southampton, got an environment that actually embraces him, brings him in but will keep him level headed."
Rio Ferdinand

Ferdinand explained the importance of a good environment at the club for rising stars such as Dibling to establish themselves as one of the best young players in the Premier League. Therefore, this season is a great opportunity for the 18-year-old to showcase his high potential and play a key role for Southampton in their ambitions of avoiding relegation. Also, playing regularly in the first division is important for Dibling's career in order to improve his qualities as a right sided forward, and with the Saints struggling to score more goals this season, Dibling needs to keep his good form in the upcoming matches as well. 

Southampton will face Everton in the Carabao Cup and Dibling is expected to give another quality performance and inspire Russell Martin's side to a convincing win.