Lille are showing an interest in forgotten England star Dele Alli as the midfielder eyes the 2026 World Cup.

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• Dele keen to return to club football
• Lille one club interested in midfielder
• Ex-Tottenham star eyeing England comeback

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Ligue 1 side Lille are said to be the latest club to register interest in Dele as he nears a return to action. The former Spurs midfielder has been out for an extended period after picking up multiple injuries while at Everton.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  He is currently a free agent but has held talks with the Toffees about signing a new deal on Merseyside, according to the Daily Mail. The 28-year-old is targeting a return to the England squad for the 2026 World Cup.

  Dele was once renowned as one of the best midfielders in Europe at the height of his powers. Despite not playing for over a year, he is still gaining interest from multiple clubs across the continent, which is a testament to how good he once was.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  There are still terms between Everton and Tottenham meaning that if Dele continues his career with the Toffees, Spurs would be owed performance and appearance-based bonuses unless Everton can negotiate with Daniel Levy to remove those ties.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR DELE?

  Dele's situation remains the same at present. He is continuing to train and build up his fitness, being careful not to suffer any setbacks in his recovery. If everything goes to plan, he will be hopeful of lining up on the pitch at some point in the 2024-25 campaign.

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