Arsenal are closely monitoring Everton winger Iliman Ndiaye ahead of a potential summer move, though they face stiff competition from several Premier League rivals and Saudi Arabian giants Al-Hilal.
Arsenal wants to sign Everton winger Iliman Ndiaye this summer
Arsenal Considering £75m Move for Everton Star Iliman Ndiaye
The 26-year-old Senegal international has caught the attention of the Gunners’ recruitment team following an impressive campaign at Goodison Park.
Ndiaye registered six goals and three assists in the Premier League last season, establishing himself as one of Everton’s most influential attacking threats.
However, Arsenal are not alone in their pursuit. According to CaughtOffside, Manchester United have emerged as the most enthusiastic suitors, while Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa are also tracking the former Marseille man.
Everton have little desire to part with their star winger and have reportedly slapped a £75 million price tag on Ndiaye to ward off interest.
The substantial valuation means Al-Hilal have now positioned themselves as the frontrunners for his signature, given their considerable financial resources.
The North Londoners are pursuing a marquee left-sided forward this summer, with Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior their primary target.
Sporting director Andrea Berta is preparing for all eventualities, however, and has identified Ndiaye as a viable backup option should the Brazilian deal prove unattainable.
A move for Vinicius would represent a complex and enormously expensive operation, leaving Arsenal to explore alternatives like the Everton star.
While Ndiaye has earned praise as ‘one of the best’ wingers in the Premier League, questions remain over whether he would genuinely elevate Arsenal’s attacking output.
Gunners supporters have grown accustomed to discussions surrounding elite talents like Vinicius, and any alternative signing may feel underwhelming by comparison.
Arsenal need a wide player capable of producing consistently elite numbers in the final third – something Ndiaye’s career record does not definitively suggest he can deliver.
The coming weeks will determine whether Arsenal are willing to meet Everton’s hefty valuation or whether they continue their pursuit of a genuine world-class addition to Arteta’s attack.
