He hasn't touched the ball for 1.5 years! Here is the new destination of Dele Alli, who was said to "quit football".

A surprise suitor has emerged for Dele Alli, who has previously played for Beşiktaş and currently holds his own transfer rights. The 28-year-old footballer, who did not have a chance to play last season at Everton and spent a season without playing football, seems to be heading to Spain.

BETIS INTERESTED

According to the Spanish media outlet El Gol Digital, Real Betis has entered the scene for Dele Alli, who became a free agent after his contract with Everton expired. Due to Isco's recurring injury and the need for another surgery, as well as Rodri Sanchez's agreement with Qatar's Al Arabi team, which created a gap in their midfield, the LaLiga team has put the English star on their agenda.

1+1 YEAR CONTRACT OFFER

Alli, who is seen as an ideal option both behind the striker and on the wing for Betis, has reportedly received approval from the team's manager, Manuel Pellegrini, for his transfer. The report states that the Spanish team will offer the 28-year-old player a 1+1 year contract.

NOT TOUCHING THE BALL FOR OVER 1.5 YEARS

Last season, Dele Alli did not play a single match at Everton, and his last game was played during the 2022-2023 season when he was on loan at Beşiktaş. The English midfielder last appeared in an official match during the 14th week of that season (February 26, 2023) in the match against Antalyaspor, when he came on as a substitute in the 46th minute. The 28-year-old star player has not played in an official match since that day.

BEŞİKTAŞ STATS

Dele Alli, who spent the 2022-2023 season on loan at Beşiktaş, wore the black and white jersey in 15 matches and celebrated 2 goals. After returning to the English Premier League team where his transfer rights are held, Alli did not have a chance to play in the 2023-2024 season. The 28-year-old footballer became a free agent after his contract with the English team expired at the end of this season.