Manchester City have moved quickly and decisively. Manchester City have now agreed an initial agreement to sign Everton star Iliman Ndiaye, who has been linked with a big move for much of the summer. The deal for the 26-year-old attacker is a £65m package and is in the process of being finalised, with a medical expected Tuesday morning.
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How the Deal Came Together
The Citizens looked to be closing in on a deal to sign Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo, but the Reds rejected their offer of around £80 million, forcing them to turn to Ndiaye.
Tottenham Hotspur also looked close to signing Ndiaye, but with Richarlison refusing to go the other way, the deal stalled. After reportedly being out on Ndiaye, City jumped back into the race and hijacked Tottenham’s deal to sign the 26-year-old winger.
Ndiaye made himself available for a move to Manchester City and is prepared to sign a contract running until 2031. The deal is at paperwork stage before the Senegal international joins Manchester City from Everton. The winger will travel to Manchester for a physical and to finalise the transfer.
Transfer: At a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Player | Iliman Ndiaye |
| From | Everton FC |
| To | Manchester City |
| Transfer Fee | £65m Package |
| Transfer Status | Agreement in Principle |
| Medical | Tuesday, September 2, 2026 |
| Transfer Deadline | September 1, 2026 (11pm BST) |
| Reported By | David Ornstein (The Athletic) |
| Contract Until | 2031 |
| Age | 26 |
Player Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Iliman Ndiaye |
| Date of Birth | March 6, 2000 |
| Age | 26 |
| Nationality | Senegalese |
| Place of Birth | Rouen, France |
| Position | Winger / Forward / Attacking Midfielder |
| Height | 1.70m (5ft 7in) |
| Current Club | Everton FC |
| Everton Appearances | 73 |
| Everton Goals | 17 |
| International | Senegal |
Ndiaye’s Career Stats at Everton
Since his arrival, he has made 73 appearances for the club, scoring 17 goals and providing four assists. Ndiaye bagged six goals and three assists in 32 Premier League appearances last term.
| Season | Competition | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024/25 | All Competitions | 33 | 9 | 3 |
| 2025/26 | All Competitions | 25 | 6 | 3 |
| Career at Everton | All Competitions | 73 | 17 | 4 |
Ndiaye’s Career Journey
| Club | Season | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Sheffield United | 2020–2023 | — |
| Marseille | 2023–2024 | €17m |
| Everton | 2024–Present | €18m |
| Manchester City | 2026– | £65m Package |
Why Manchester City Want Ndiaye
City’s pursuit has intensified following the departures of Savio and Omar Marmoush. His versatility allows him to operate across the frontline, just like Omar Marmoush, who recently left the FA Cup champions to join Spurs.
He has started the current campaign on fire, bagging an assist in Everton’s Premier League opener against Bournemouth. Despite declining various contract offers from Everton last season, Ndiaye’s performance has remained commendable.
Club sources report that he has conducted himself professionally throughout the summer as transfer speculations swirled.
What It Means for Everton
Everton, who signed Ndiaye from Marseille for €18m in 2024, now stand to earn a significant profit on the Senegalese forward. Everton’s valuation remained the biggest obstacle throughout negotiations. The Guardian reported that the Toffees value Ndiaye at around £80m, with City considering him as a replacement after Savinho’s permanent move to Tottenham and Marmoush’s loan departure.
Ndiaye reportedly turned down several contract extension offers from Everton recently.
Man City’s Summer Business: 2026 Window
With Ndiaye now set to arrive as City’s seventh signing of the summer, the Etihad rebuild under Enzo Maresca has been extensive.
| # | Player | From | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elliot Anderson | Newcastle | Midfielder |
| 2 | Gerónimo Rulli | Ajax | Goalkeeper |
| 3 | Ayyoub Bouaddi | Lille | Midfielder |
| 4 | Jeremy Monga | Strasbourg | Forward |
| 5 | Pierce Charles | Man Utd | Defender |
| 6 | Allan Elias | Palmeiras | Winger |
| 7 | Iliman Ndiaye | Everton | Forward/Winger |
FAQs
Has Manchester City agreed a deal to sign Iliman Ndiaye?
According to David Ornstein, the two sides reached an agreement in principle, with Man City acquiring Ndiaye for £65m+.
When is Iliman Ndiaye’s medical at Manchester City?
The 26-year-old is expected to undergo a medical examination on Tuesday morning as the deal nears completion.
Why did Manchester City sign Ndiaye instead of Gakpo?
City’s decision to pursue Ndiaye follows recent developments involving Cody Gakpo, who appears likely to remain at Liverpool after the club rejected a substantial bid of up to £80 million from City.
What position does Iliman Ndiaye play?
His versatility allows him to operate across the frontline. He can play as a winger, forward, or attacking midfielder, making him a highly flexible option for Enzo Maresca’s system.
How long is Iliman Ndiaye’s contract at Manchester City?
Ndiaye has made himself available for a move to Manchester City and is prepared to sign a contract running until 2031.
