Iliman Ndiaye: When Manchester City Calls, You Can't Say No

Manchester City's new signing, Iliman Ndiaye, revealed that the decision to join the Citizens was an easy one. The forward's transfer from Everton was finalized just hours before the transfer window closed, shortly after the Toffees had accepted an offer from Tottenham for his services.

“There was no stress or panic. I've always said that whatever happens, God decides your future; it's already written. I was patient, and when City came calling… Maresca is someone I admire, and once I got that call, there was only one direction I wanted to go,” Ndiaye explained.

When asked if he was close to joining Tottenham, he responded: “For me, it was always going to be City. I wanted to play in the Champions League and for one of the best teams in the world. I'm not saying Tottenham isn't, but when Manchester City calls, you don't say no. It was a good week for me, topped off with a win.”