Tottenham Hotspur and Everton are reportedly in the final stages of negotiations concerning two high‑profile players: Iliman Ndiaye and Richarlison. The clubs are said to be hammering out the financial details and personal terms that would see the Senegalese forward return to north London and the Brazilian striker head back to Goodison Park.
For Ndiaye, a fee in the region of £60 million is on the table. The 22‑year‑old has turned down several contract extensions offered by Everton, signalling his desire to move on. Discussions are now focused on the player’s personal conditions, with both sides eager to conclude a deal before the transfer deadline.
Ndiaye arrived at Everton from Olympique de Marseille two seasons ago and has since made 74 appearances, finding the net 17 times. His performances have attracted interest from several Premier League giants, most notably Manchester City. However, after City shifted their attention to Cody Gakpo – a forward Spurs also pursued – the likelihood of Ndiaye heading to Tottenham has increased.
Everton, meanwhile, are keen to re‑acquire former striker Richarlison. The club is reportedly prepared to meet a £35 million valuation to bring the Brazilian back to Merseyside. Richarlison originally left Everton in 2022, joining Roberto De Zerbi’s Tottenham side for a reported £60 million. Since his arrival in London, his spell has been plagued by injuries and inconsistent form, leading to frustration for both player and fans.
De Zerbi confirmed on Saturday that Richarlison, who is in the final year of his contract, was omitted from the squad for the 2‑0 defeat to Newcastle United after repeatedly expressing a desire to leave. "He has told me many times that he wants to go," the manager said, highlighting the player’s persistent transfer wishes. Everton’s forward‑looking strategy also includes scouting other options. Folarin Balogun has been mentioned as a potential target, yet the club’s immediate priority remains the re‑signing of Richarlison, a player who scored 53 goals in 152 games during his first stint at the club.
In addition to the Richarlison pursuit, De Zerbi has indicated a need to bring in another striker before the window shuts, with Chelsea’s Pedro Neto reportedly on Tottenham’s radar. Nevertheless, the focus appears to be on securing Ndiaye’s services.
Tottenham have already committed more than £300 million this summer. The most recent addition was Omar Marmoush, who joined on loan with an obligation to purchase, linking up with former Manchester City teammate Savio at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium after a £85 million transfer. Earlier in the window, the Spurs secured Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes and Jan Paul van Hecke for a combined £237 million, while also adding Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi on free deals.
These signings illustrate Tottenham’s aggressive approach to reinforcing their squad, and the potential acquisition of Ndiaye would further bolster their attacking options. Elsewhere, Everton continue talks with Manchester City over a possible deal for Jack Grealish. The structure of that agreement remains fluid, with Grealish in the final year of his City contract. Grealish was absent as City thrashed Crystal Palace 4‑1 at Selhurst Park, and Everton’s director of football, Marco Maresca, hinted that discussions are ongoing, stating, "I spoke with Jack on Thursday.
We will see what happens in the next 48 to 72 hours." In other transfer news, Sunderland have been linked with a move for the forward who spent last season on loan at Everton, while Nottingham Forest’s bid for 19‑year‑old midfielder Harrison Armstrong fell through. Forest reportedly offered £40 million, but Everton’s board unanimously decided to retain the young talent.
Manager David Moyes emphasized that any decision regarding Armstrong would be a "club decision" and not something he could determine alone. He added, "Supporters always need to be considered; they aren’t always wrong." Fans at Goodison Park made their feelings clear during a recent match, chanting that selling the England U19 international would be a "riot" for the club.
Moyes responded by acknowledging the supporters’ passion and reaffirming the club’s commitment to making the right choices for its future. Overall, the transfer window remains a whirlwind of activity for both Tottenham and Everton. With potential fees of £60 million for Ndiaye and £35 million for Richarlison, the negotiations could reshape the attacking line‑ups of both clubs. Tottenham aim to add depth and quality to a squad already bolstered by significant spending, while Everton look to restore a familiar goal‑scoring threat and possibly secure additional talent to strengthen their campaign.
As the deadline approaches, fans of both sides will be watching closely to see which deals ultimately materialise.