Story byTyler Dibling needs the same trust that has been given to Thierno BarryToffeeWebTue, December 16, 2025 at 8:45 PM UTC·3 min readEverton are now halfway through December, and after an impressive string of results, their upcoming fixtures are only going to get more difficult. With the Afcon due to begin on 21 December, two key players, veteran Idrissa Gana Gueye and starman Iliman Ndiaye, will join Senegal in their bid to win a second continental title. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementReplacing Gueye will offer its challenges, but following his three-match suspension after Everton’s win against Manchester United, the Blues had the opportunity to field teams without the 36-year-old. However, filling the void of Ndiaye is a more concerning task that lies ahead for David Moyes. The winger is one of only three outfielders to have started every league game for Everton this season, and he is the club’s joint highest goalscorer. While it is a near-impossible task to replace Ndiaye, this is the perfect opportunity for Tyler Dibling to showcase his talent. Since making his move from Southampton, he has found it hard to gain any momentum on Merseyside. Although this has caused some disappointment amongst the Everton faithful, it would be difficult for any 19-year-old to find consistent playing time in a squad that features Jack Grealish and Illiman Ndiaye. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementHowever, with the Senegalese star now set to potentially miss up to seven matches, this should provide sufficient opportunity for Dibling to gain confidence and playing time.