Man City Hijacks Tottenham’s Bid to Sign Iliman Ndiaye
Manchester City pulled off a dramatic deadline-day coup, successfully hijacking Tottenham’s move to sign Everton forward Iliman Ndiaye on the final day of the summer transfer window. City agreed a £65 million deal with Everton for the Senegal international, comprising an initial £60 million fee plus up to £5 million in potential add-ons, according to The Athletic.
How Tottenham Missed Out on Iliman Ndiaye
Tottenham’s pursuit of Ndiaye only became a priority after the north London club failed in its earlier attempt to sign Liverpool winger Cody Gakpo — a player who had also drawn interest from Manchester City. With that deal falling through, Spurs pivoted their attention to Ndiaye, only for City to move quickly and decisively to beat them to his signature, further strengthening City’s attacking options in the process.
Why Iliman Ndiaye Chose Manchester City Over Tottenham
Speaking after finalizing his move, the 26-year-old forward made clear just how straightforward the decision was for him. Ndiaye explained that choosing between Manchester City and other suitors was an easy call, pointing to the club’s recent trophy history as the deciding factor in wanting to be part of the project.
Ndiaye also credited conversations with Manchester City’s hierarchy for sealing his decision, saying the club’s vision for where the team could go — and the role he could play in helping get them there — won him over from the very beginning. He stated plainly that joining Manchester City was the only outcome he wanted from his move.
Iliman Ndiaye Reacts to Joining Manchester City’s “New Project”
Ndiaye expressed genuine excitement about starting this next chapter of his career, saying he feels he’ll fit right into what Manchester City have been building recently. He described the move as an unbelievable moment following years of hard work, adding that he’s both excited and grateful for the opportunity to join the club.
Manchester City’s Blockbuster Deadline Day: Ndiaye and Enzo Fernández
Ndiaye’s arrival wasn’t the only headline-grabbing move at the Etihad on deadline day. Manchester City also officially completed the British record-equalling £125 million signing of Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández, a deal that reunites the Argentine World Cup winner with manager Enzo Maresca. Combined, City’s £190 million deadline-day double signing of Fernández and Ndiaye capped off an extraordinary close to the transfer window for the club.
Tottenham’s Response: Signing Mykhailo Mudryk on Loan From Chelsea
After missing out on both Cody Gakpo and Iliman Ndiaye, Tottenham were forced to scramble for late reinforcements. The club quickly turned its attention back to Chelsea, successfully agreeing a loan deal for winger Mykhailo Mudryk before the transfer deadline closed. The move reunites Mudryk with head coach Roberto De Zerbi, giving Spurs at least one fresh attacking option to work with as the season gets underway.
What’s Next for Manchester City and Tottenham After Deadline Day
Manchester City’s immediate focus now shifts to integrating its £190 million deadline-day duo into the first-team setup. With both Ndiaye and Fernández secured, manager Enzo Maresca now has considerably more squad depth to work with across all competitions this season.
Tottenham, meanwhile, face a tougher road ahead. The club must quickly work Mudryk into its tactical system as it looks to move past a disappointing transfer window and turn around a difficult start to the Premier League campaign, having already suffered defeats in its opening two matches.
Why Manchester City’s Deadline Day Business Stands Out
Between out-maneuvering Tottenham for Ndiaye and completing a record-equalling deal for Enzo Fernández, Manchester City’s deadline-day activity signaled a clear intent to reload aggressively for the season ahead. With significant investment now added to their attacking and midfield options, City will look to translate their busy summer window into results on the pitch, while Tottenham regroup after a frustrating close to their own transfer business.
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