Everton’s attempts to agree new terms with Iliman Ndiaye have reached a standstill after the star forward was linked with a move to Manchester United.
As a versatile attacker, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that Iliman Ndiaye is on Manchester United’s radar.
The 26-year-old is among Everton’s best players, and more attacking additions would help Michael Carrick build a squad with quality and depth.
United are set to prioritise the midfield department, though most United fans argue there is room for recruits in attack, especially with Rasmus Hojlund joining Napoli and Marcus Rashford’s future up in the air.
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Everton face battle to keep Man Utd-linked Iliman Ndiaye
Ndiaye might be best on the right wing, but the Everton forward has shown his versatility in the past by playing on the opposite flank or through the middle as an attacking midfielder.
That is what makes Ndiaye not just Everton’s best player, but also the most unpredictable talent in David Moyes’ squad.
Ndiaye has three years to run on his Everton contract, but the 26-year-old is showing a reluctance to agree new terms.
According to The Athletic, Ndiaye has rejected multiple offers to extend his Everton contract over the course of the past season.
The latest offer would have seen Ndiaye become a top earner at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, but he has yet to show any signs that he will agree to those terms – instead opening the door to moving to a bigger club.
Of course, this will come as a blow for Everton, but Ndiaye’s current deal means they don’t have to panic just yet. The Toffees could still demand a big fee to secure the Senegal international.
The report adds that Ndiaye has not yet actively pushed to leave Everton.
- ⚡️ NEWS IN BRIEF
- Iliman Ndiaye has turned down multiple contract offers from Everton
- Manchester United have been linked with Ndiaye
- Ndiaye has three-years left to run on his Everton contract
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Iliman Ndiaye’s record against Man Utd
Ndiaye has played against United three times.
The Senegalese star was victorious on one of those occasions, but he has never recorded a goal or assist against the Red Devils.
Ndiaye lost the other two games.
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