SAINTS are reportedly preparing to demand a staggering transfer fee of over £100million for highly-rated youngster Tyler Dibling.

The 19 year old academy graduate is said to have strong interest from Premier League giants Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City.

Dibling has emerged as one of the most sought-after prospects ahead of the summer transfer window after his Premier League performances.

However, the Telegraph report that Southampton's hefty valuation of the England youth international has frustrated potential suitors.

Saints are reportedly holding out for a fee exceeding the £100million Man City paid for Aston Villa winger Jack Grealish in 2021.

Dibling, who has made 25 Premier League appearances, is reported as likely to leave St Mary’s this summer, amid relegation to the Championship.

Tottenham had already enquired about his availability in January and are set to reignite their pursuit at the end of the season, it has been claimed. 

Man City, Man United, Bayern Munich, and RB Leipzig have also closely monitored Dibling’s progress, with scouts regularly attending Saints games.

The teenager has impressed despite playing in a struggling side, contributing four goals and two assists in his breakthrough campaign.

Saints manager Ivan Juric recently hailed the teenager’s “incredible potential” and tipped him for a big future, while Russell Martin was a big fan. 

Having joined the Saints’ academy at the age of eight, Dibling briefly moved to Chelsea in 2022 before returning to Southampton a month later. 

On Tuesday, he featured for England’s under-19s in a European Championship qualifier against Portugal, helping his side secure a 1-0 win.

Saints return to action next Wednesday at home to Crystal Palace, sitting 17 points adrift of safety as they brace for a likely summer shake-up.