Tottenham Hotspur and Everton are reportedly in the final stages of negotiations concerning the possible transfers of Iliman Ndiaye and the former Everton striker Richarlison. The clubs are said to be hammering out the details of a deal that could see the Senegalese forward leave Goodison Park for north London, while the Brazilian attacker might make a return to the Merseyside side after a disappointing spell at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The price tag being discussed for Ndiaye hovers around £60 million. The player has turned down several contract extensions offered by Everton and is now looking for a fresh challenge.
In addition to the transfer fee, personal terms are also being negotiated, with both parties keen to reach an agreement before the summer window shuts. Ndiaye arrived at Everton from Olympique de Marseille two seasons ago and has contributed 17 goals in 74 appearances, a respectable return that has attracted interest from other Premier League clubs, most notably Manchester City. However, City appear to have shifted their focus to Cody Gakpo, who is now the most likely candidate to join the Etihad. Everton, on their part, are eager to bring back Richarlison, who left the club in 2022 for a £60‑million move to Tottenham.
The Toffees have reportedly set a fee of about £35 million for the Brazilian, who struggled to replicate his Everton form under Antonio Conte’s management. Richarlison, who scored 53 goals in 152 games for Everton, has been a source of frustration for Spurs fans, as injuries and inconsistent performances have limited his impact. Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi confirmed on Saturday that Richarlison, now in the final year of his contract, was omitted from the squad for the 2‑0 home defeat to Newcastle because he has repeatedly expressed a desire to leave. De Zerbi said, "Richarlison told me many times he wants to leave, so I had to respect that." Everton’s pursuit of Richarlison is not the only forward‑related activity at the club.
They have also been linked with Folarin Balogun as a potential signing, but the primary focus remains on re‑acquiring their former striker. Meanwhile, Tottenham are also scouting other attacking options. De Zerbi mentioned that Chelsea’s Pedro Neto has been on their radar, but the priority appears to be securing Ndiaye, who could provide a different dimension to Spurs’ front line.
Tottenham have already spent more than £300 million this summer. Their most recent acquisition is Omar Marmoush, who arrived on loan with an obligation to buy, joining former Manchester City teammate Savio on a deal that could rise to £85 million. Earlier in the window, the club splashed out £237 million for Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes and Jan Paul van Hecke, while free‑transfer signings Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi also bolstered the squad.
Everton are also in ongoing discussions with Manchester City over a possible return for Jack Grealish. Grealish, who is in the final year of his City contract, remains a coveted target for the Merseyside side. The structure of any potential deal is still fluid, according to Sky Sports News, and the club’s hierarchy is waiting for developments over the next 48 to 72 hours.
Grealish was absent as City thrashed Crystal Palace 4‑1 at Selhurst Park, fueling speculation about his future. In addition to the high‑profile moves, there have been other transfer rumours surrounding Everton. Sunderland were reported to be interested in a forward who spent last season on loan at Everton, while Nottingham Forest’s bid for 19‑year‑old midfielder Harrison Armstrong fell through after the Everton board unanimously decided not to sell.
Armstrong, an academy graduate, made his 24th appearance for Everton in a 1‑1 draw at Bournemouth. Fans voiced strong opposition to his departure, chanting that selling him would cause a "riot" among supporters.
Manager David Moyes emphasized that any decision on Armstrong would be a club‑wide one, stating, "It’s not just my call; the board will decide what’s best for Everton." The transfer saga surrounding these players highlights the intense pressure clubs face as the window draws to a close. Both Tottenham and Everton must balance financial considerations with squad needs, while also managing player morale and fan expectations. For Spurs, securing Ndiaye could inject pace and creativity into a side that has already invested heavily this summer. For Everton, re‑uniting with Richarlison would bring back a proven goal‑scorer who knows the club’s culture, potentially boosting their attacking options ahead of a demanding Premier League campaign.
As the deadline approaches, the football world will be watching closely to see whether these negotiations culminate in completed deals or whether new twists will emerge. The outcome will have significant implications for the tactical setups of both clubs, the careers of the players involved, and the broader landscape of the Premier League transfer market this season.