Manchester City complete £65m deadline day signing

Manchester City complete £65m deadline day signingManchester City Complete Iliman Ndiaye Transfer in £65m Deadline Day Deal

Manchester City have completed the signing of Iliman Ndiaye from Everton in a deal worth up to £65m, moving decisively on deadline day to strengthen Enzo Maresca’s attacking options.

The agreement is understood to be worth £60m guaranteed, with a further £5m in performance-related add-ons. Ndiaye, 26, has signed a five-year contract at the Etihad Stadium and becomes another significant addition in a remarkable City summer.

Speaking after the move was finalised, Ndiaye said: “I’ve worked my whole life for an opportunity like this. City are one of the best clubs in the world and I’ve seen them win everything as I’ve grown up. To be able to write my own chapter in a story that special is the chance of a lifetime and I’m determined to grab it with both hands. It’s not always been easy in my career, but I always had the belief that I could play for a team challenging for the biggest prizes and now I’m here.”

Deadline Day Twist Ends Tottenham Interest

There had been a strong expectation that Tottenham would land the Senegal international after agreeing terms with Everton on Friday night. That move was linked to a separate deal involving Richarlison heading in the opposite direction.

However, that route broke down when personal terms could not be agreed with the Brazilian, leaving Spurs unable to complete the operation. City moved quickly and took full advantage, securing one of the Premier League’s most dynamic wide forwards.

Iliman Ndiaye Record at Everton

Ndiaye leaves Everton after making 74 appearances and scoring 21 goals following his 2024 arrival from Marseille. His direct running, versatility across the front line and growing end product made him one of the most in-demand attackers on the market.

Manchester City Summer Spending Continues

The Ndiaye transfer was completed on the same day City agreed a joint-British record £125m fee for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez. Maresca’s recruitment drive has also brought in Elliot Anderson, Geronimo Rulli, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Allan Elias, Jeremy Monga and Pierce Charles.

For more background on the deal, details first emerged via earlier reporting. With Ndiaye now through the door, Manchester City’s summer business shows no sign of slowing down.