Overcoming Adversity: Dele Alli’s Journey to Recovery and Return to Everton

Everton midfielder Dele Alli, 28, has been out of action since February 2023 due to hip and groin injuries. Despite this setback, he remains determined to play for England at the 2026 World Cup. Dele hopes to return to full training by the end of the current campaign after his last appearance was cut short by a hip injury while on loan at Besiktas last year.

In a recent interview with Gary Neville, Dele opened up about his struggles with a sleeping pill addiction, mental health issues, and past sexual abuse. He expressed pride in sharing his story and the overwhelming support he received from fans. Despite not playing for England since 2019 due to injury setbacks, Dele was part of the squad that reached the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup.

Despite his challenges, Dele is optimistic about his recovery and emphasizes the growth he has experienced during this time. He plans to use that experience as motivation when he returns to playing for Everton and hopes to be back on the field soon.