Premier League side Everton FC has lauded Dele Alli for opening up about his mental health in a candid interview with Gary Neville.
Alli who has been blamed previously for lacking the urge to build on his brilliant career starts opening up about his addiction to sleeping pills and abusive childhood to Neville just days after coming out of rehab.
The interview has seen the Englishman get support across the board on social media and his club Everton wasn’t left behind in congratulating him for opening up and shedding light on the things he has passed through in life.
“The Club has been supporting Dele in both his return to fitness and overcoming the personal challenges highlighted in his interview with The Overlap,” a spokesperson said. “Everyone at Everton respects and applauds Dele’s bravery to speak about the difficulties he has faced, as well as seek the help required.
I’m struggling to find the words to put with this post but please watch my most recent interview with Dele. It’s the most emotional, difficult yet inspirational conversation I’ve ever had in my life. Watch the interview on @wearetheoverlap here https://t.co/60d4IZwQmR pic.twitter.com/0cZowJGW77
— Gary Neville (@GNev2) July 13, 2023
“The physical and mental welfare of all our players is of paramount importance. The Club takes very seriously its responsibility in protecting the confidentiality of players and staff.
“Dele will not be conducting any further interviews in relation to his rehabilitation, and we ask that his privacy is respected while he continues his recuperation from injury and receives the full care and support needed for his physical and mental wellbeing.”
