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Manchester City has finalized the transfer of winger Iliman Ndiaye from Everton in a deal that could reach £65 million. The move for the 26-year-old Senegalese international, completed on deadline day, is valued at £60 million, with an additional £5 million in performance-related add-ons.
“I’ve worked my entire life for an opportunity like this,” stated Ndiaye, who signed a five-year contract at the Etihad Stadium. “City is one of the best clubs in the world, and I watched them win everything as I grew up. To be able to write my own chapter in such a special history is a once-in-a-lifetime chance, and I’m determined to seize it with both hands. It hasn’t always been easy in my career, but I’ve always believed I could play for a team competing for the biggest honors, and now here I am.”
Previously, Manchester City had attempted to sign Cody Gakpo from Liverpool, but the two clubs failed to reach an agreement, forcing the Citizens to redirect their efforts towards Ndiaye.
Ndiaye made 74 appearances and scored 21 goals for Everton since joining them from Marseille in 2024.
On Friday evening, Tottenham had reached an agreement with Everton for Ndiaye, with Richarlison expected to move in the opposite direction in a separate deal. However, the Brazilian failed to agree terms with the Toffees, which scuppered Ndiaye's move to London. Ultimately, the winger still changed clubs, joining Manchester City.
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