The Manchester interest is confirmed for Iliman Ndiaye, the Senegalese international from Everton, who is among the most sought-after players for the summer transfer window of 2026. According to several reliable sources, Manchester United is closely monitoring his progress and is seriously interested in him.
Arriving at Everton in 2024 from Olympique de Marseille for a transfer fee estimated at 20 million euros (around 13.1 billion CFA francs), the Senegalese winger has seen his market value skyrocket. According to the British media TEAMtalk, the Liverpool club now values their player at 75 million pounds, nearly 56.7 billion CFA francs, which is a threefold increase from his initial purchase price.
However, Everton may struggle to keep Iliman Ndiaye at the end of the season. The club faces increasing competition, with many European teams showing interest. Besides Manchester United, Serie A teams like Inter Milan and Spanish clubs such as Atlético Madrid are also on his trail. The 2025 African champion, at just 23, seems to be at the center of attention.
On their part, Manchester United is optimistic about the idea of signing Iliman Ndiaye in the upcoming transfer window. Although the Red Devils have already invested heavily in their attacking line during the last transfer window, bringing in players like Benjamin Šeško (18 matches, 4 goals), Bryan Mbeumo (18 matches, 8 goals), and Matheus Cunha (20 matches, 5 goals), the Manchester club still wants to strengthen their attack. The arrival of a new winger, namely Ndiaye, could be on the cards.
The Senegalese international, who also became African champion during the CAN 2025, is seeing his stock rise, a factor that only attracts more attention from top European clubs.
In light of this excitement, Everton may have to renegotiate their player’s contract. Under contract until June 2029, Iliman Ndiaye is not expected to leave the club during the winter transfer window. According to journalist Ben Jacobs, Everton’s management has already made it clear that they have no intention of selling their winger during this period. Once the January transfer window passes, the club could then start discussions for an extension or a contract upgrade.
