Dele Alli, the 28-year-old Everton midfielder, has been out of action since February 2023 due to hip and groin injuries. Despite this setback, he is determined to play at the 2026 World Cup with England.
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 the national team since 2019, Dele was part of the England squad that reached the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup. His last appearance was on loan at Besiktas last year, which was cut short by his hip injury. However, Dele remains optimistic about his recovery and hopes to return to full training by the conclusion of the current campaign while under contract with Everton until the end of the season.
Despite his injury setbacks, Dele emphasized the growth he has experienced during this challenging time and how he plans to use that experience as motivation when he returns to playing.