Dele Alli, the 28-year-old midfielder for Everton, has been out of action since February 2023 due to hip and groin injuries. Despite this setback, he remains 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. However, his injury setbacks have hindered his ability to play on the field. Despite this, he is optimistic about his recovery and hopes to return to full training by the conclusion of the current campaign.
During this challenging time, Dele has experienced growth and plans to use that experience as motivation when he returns to playing. His last appearance was on loan at Besiktas last year which was cut short by his hip injury. However, he is now focused on getting back on the field and fulfilling his dream of playing in the World Cup with England in 2026.