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Manchester City Secures Iliman Ndiaye After Failed Cody Gakpo Bid
Manchester City has reached an agreement to sign Everton forward Iliman Ndiaye for a total fee of £65 million following a failed pursuit of Liverpool's Cody Gakpo.
According to reports from Khaosod Online, citing BBC, Manchester City has finalized a deal to acquire Senegalese international Iliman Ndiaye from Everton for a total package of £65 million. This move follows Manchester City’s unsuccessful attempt to sign Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo. Although City had reportedly reached personal terms with Gakpo, Liverpool rejected a £80 million offer, prompting the Manchester club to shift their focus.
Ndiaye’s transfer to City comes after a previously reported deal between the player and Tottenham Hotspur stalled. That potential move reportedly collapsed because Tottenham’s Brazilian forward, Richarlison, could not reach an agreement to return to his former club, Everton.
For residents and football enthusiasts in Thailand, this development highlights the high-stakes nature of the Premier League transfer market. While the agreement for Ndiaye is reported as reached, fans should await official confirmation from the clubs regarding the finalization of the contract and the player's official unveiling. As the transfer window dynamics continue to shift, supporters of the sport should monitor official club announcements for definitive details on squad changes.