Tottenham Hotspur and Everton are reportedly in the final stages of negotiations concerning the possible transfers of Iliman Ndiaye and the former Toffees striker Richarlison. The clubs are said to be hashing out a fee that could reach around £60 million for Ndiaye, a player who has turned down several contract extensions offered by Everton and is now weighing a move back to north London. In addition to the transfer sum, discussions are also ongoing about the personal terms that would accompany a potential switch for the Senegalese forward.
Ndiaye, who arrived at Everton from Olympique de Marseille two seasons ago, has made a noticeable impact with 17 goals in 74 league outings. His performances have attracted interest from other top Premier League sides, most notably Manchester City, although the Dutch striker Cody Gakpo – also a target for Tottenham – appears to be edging closer to a move to the Etihad Stadium.
Should the deal go through, it would mark a significant investment for Spurs, who have already poured more than £300 million into their squad this summer. Everton, on the other hand, are keen to bring back Richarlison, the Brazilian forward who left Goodison Park in 2022 for a £60 million switch to Antonio Conte’s Tottenham side. The Toffees are said to be willing to meet a £35 million valuation to secure his services once again.
Richarlison’s stint at Tottenham has been far from smooth; injuries and limited playing time have frustrated both the player and the club. Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi confirmed on Saturday that Richarlison, who is in the final year of his contract, has repeatedly expressed a desire to leave, prompting the club to exclude him from the squad for the 2‑0 home defeat to Newcastle United. De Zerbi explained, "Richarlison told us many times that he wants to move on, so we had to respect his wishes and leave him out of the matchday roster." He also revealed that the club is actively scouting for a new forward before the transfer deadline closes, with Chelsea’s Pedro Neto also on their radar, though the primary focus appears to be securing Ndiaye. The Tottenham transfer window has already seen a flurry of activity.
The most recent signing is Omar Marmoush, who joined on loan with an obligation to buy, linking up with former Manchester City teammate Savio Medeira at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium after the Brazilian’s £85 million deal. Earlier in the summer, Spurs splashed out a combined £237 million for Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes and Jan Paul van Hecke, while also adding experienced players Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi on free transfers. Everton’s transfer agenda extends beyond Richarlison. The club is also in talks with Manchester City regarding a possible deal for Jack Grealish, who is entering the final year of his contract with the Citizens.
Sky Sports News reports that the structure of any agreement remains fluid, with Everton monitoring Grealish’s situation closely after he missed City’s 4‑1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. Everton manager David Moyes said the club will decide in the coming days whether to make a move for the England international.
Meanwhile, other Premier League clubs are also active. Sunderland have been linked with a forward who spent last season on loan at Everton, while Nottingham Forest’s bid for 19‑year‑old Everton midfielder Harrison Armstrong – reportedly around £40 million – has collapsed after the Toffees’ board unanimously voted to retain the youngster. Moyes emphasized that any decision about Armstrong will be a "club decision" and not something he will dictate alone.
The fan reaction to these potential moves has been vocal. During Everton’s recent 1‑1 draw with Bournemouth, travelling supporters repeatedly chanted that selling Armstrong would cause a "riot" among the fanbase. Moyes acknowledged the supporters’ passion, stating, "You always have to consider the supporters; they aren’t always wrong." He added that managerial decisions on player sales are complex and must balance sporting and financial considerations. Beyond the Premier League, Scottish football also made headlines with a dramatic Edinburgh derby where Hearts defeated Hibernian 3‑1.
Hearts manager Wouter Vrancken praised his side’s performance and the electric atmosphere at Easter Road, while Hibs’ boss David Gray took responsibility for the loss, describing the defeat as "painful". In summary, Tottenham and Everton are engaged in high‑profile negotiations that could reshape both squads. A £60 million deal for Iliman Ndiaye would see the Senegalese striker return to a club eager to bolster its attacking options, while a £35 million re‑signing of Richarlison would give Everton a familiar goal‑scorer familiar with the rigors of the Premier League. Both clubs also have additional targets on their radar, and the next few days will be crucial in determining whether these potential transfers materialise before the window shuts.