Southampton's academy graduate pulls-off from youth international friendlies

Since making an incredible right-wing performance against Premier League giants Manchester United in the home fixture, Tyler Dibling has been one of the consistent performers in Russell Martin's lineup. Further, the 18-year-old also scored his first Premier League goal for the Saints in the 1-1 draw with Ipswich Town, leading Southampton to take their only point in the league season after seven matches. Although several Premier League clubs such as Manchester United and Newcastle United have expressed their interest in adding 18-year-old prodigy Dibling to their squad, manager Russell Martin and Southampton are convinced that they can keep the promising forward for several seasons at the St. Mary's Stadium.

The October international break has arrived and Dibling was expected to feature for England's U19 team for the upcoming matches against Portugal, Netherlands and France's U19 teams in these two weeks. However, trusted journalist Alfie House has revealed a massive update on Dibling, reporting that the rising Southampton star has withdrawn from England's U19 squad, saying,

Southampton's academy graduate pulls-off from youth international friendlies

"Tyler Dibling did not join up with Sam Amo-Ameyaw and England under-19s this week with the FA stating he had 'withdrawn through injury', to be replaced by Chelsea's Tyrique George."

- Alfie House

Although Dibling's injury is yet to be assessed, there are growing speculations regarding an apparent injury to the young right-winger. Further, Dibling may be fatigued due to playing in a lot of the recent Premier League matches for Southampton and can return to match fitness in a few weeks as well. Despite making his first Premier League start for Southampton this season, Dibling is massively important for Russell Martin's side having established himself as a regular starter on the right flank.

Against Arsenal, Dibling tried to help Southampton to advance further inside the final third and came close to laying an assist for Mateus Fernandes in the first half, who couldn't keep his attempt on goal. Also, Dibling possesses great dribbling and his quick decision making helps him to create several key passes around the edge of the box. Therefore, Southampton will hope that Dibling doesn't have to spend a significant time on the sidelines and the 18-year-old recovers from his fatigue very quickly.

Alongside Dibling, Mateus Fernandes and Cameron Archer have also showcased their huge potential against Bournemouth and Arsenal, and are expected to play a key role in Southampton's attack after the international break.