Dele Alli Not Ready for Match Action Despite Being Back in Training

Update on Alli's Recovery from Injury

Everton manager Sean Dyche has confirmed that midfielder Dele Alli is still not ready to make his return to match action, despite the player being back in training.

Alli has been sidelined since January with a thigh injury, and Dyche said that the player is still "miles away" from being ready to play.

The former England international has been training with the first team for the past few weeks, but Dyche said that he needs more time to regain his fitness and sharpness.

Dyche: Alli Still Needs Time

Dyche said: "Dele is still miles away from being ready to play. He's been training with us for a few weeks now, but he's still not at the level where he needs to be.

"He's still got a bit of work to do before he's ready to be involved in a match. We're not going to rush him back, and we'll make sure he's ready before we put him back in the team."

Alli's return will be a boost for Everton, who are currently struggling in the Premier League.

The Toffees are 19th in the table, and they have won just one of their last five matches.

Alli's return could give Everton the creativity and attacking threat they need to climb the table.

Alli's Contract Situation

Alli's return to fitness comes at a crucial time for the player, who is out of contract at the end of the season.

The 26-year-old is keen to secure a new deal with Everton, and he will be hoping to impress Dyche with his performances in the coming weeks.

If Alli can help Everton avoid relegation, he is likely to be offered a new contract.

Everton's Remaining Fixtures

Everton have nine matches remaining in the Premier League this season.

They face some tough games, including matches against Manchester United, Arsenal, and Chelsea.

But they also have some winnable games, including matches against Southampton, Wolves, and Fulham.

If Everton can win five or six of their remaining games, they will have a good chance of avoiding relegation.