Dele Alli reveals how close he was to joining the Reds

Chelsea beat Everton 1-0 in their Premier League clash on Monday night. The Blues were awarded a penalty in the first half but the win was overshadowed by a bust-up. Jamie Carragher and Dele Alli give damning verdicts on Chelsea's 'daft' decision to award a penalty.

Dele Alli reveals how close he was to joining Liverpool in 2014. Alli's performances at the Stadium MK caught the eye of several top flight clubs, including Liverpool. The England international had supported the Reds when he was at the age of 16. Liverpool were the club he had supported growing up.

Dele Alli has only made 13 appearances for Everton in his two years at Goodison Park. The midfielder has struggled with issues on and off the pitch. Alli is available for free this summer after being released from Tottenham. Click here for all the latest transfer news with our live updates.

Dele Alli will be in the studio, rather than on the pitch, as Everton play Chelsea in the Premier League on Monday night. Alli has been out of action since being signed by Tottenham Hotspur in January. The midfielder has been linked with a £10million move to Everton from Spurs. Click here for more Everton news.