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Manchester City sign Iliman Ndiaye from Everton in deal worth £65 million - 'Chance of a lifetime' React to this story Manchester City have completed the signing of forward Iliman Ndiaye from Everton in a deal worth a reported £65 million. The 26-year-old has put pen to paper on a five-year deal with the Premier League title hopefuls. Tottenham Hotspur were also linked with the player but that proposed transfer was dependent upon Richarlison going in the other direction, which did not materialise. "I’ve worked my whole life for an opportunity like this," Ndiaye told City's official website. "City are one of the best clubs in the world and I’ve seen them win everything as I’ve grown up. "To be able to write my own chapter in a story that special is the chance of a lifetime and I’m determined to grab it with both hands. "It’s not always been easy in my career, but I always had the belief that I could play for a team challenging for the biggest prizes and now I’m here. It feels so good. - Summer transfer window 2026: Every done deal in Premier League - Transfer deadline day summer 2026 - All the done deals across the Premier League, Serie A, Ligue 1, Bundesliga, La Liga - When does the Premier League transfer window close? Why deals can still be announced after deadline day "I love to play with the ball on the floor in an attacking team that wants to score as many goals as possible. That’s why I know this is the perfect fit. "City fans can rest assured that I will give my all to bring more success to this incredible club." Ndiaye impressed at Everton after joining the club from Marseille in 2024, scoring 17 goals in 74 appearances for The Toffees. He was previously with Sheffield United, where he shone in the Championship and earned a move to France. Ndiaye spent time as a youth player with Marseille, eventually moving to non-league side Boreham Wood and attracting the attention of Sheffield United. Enzo Maresca's attacking options have been bolstered by the additions of Brazilian winger Allan and now Ndiaye. "Iliman is a very talented footballer," said City's director of football Hugo Viana. "He’s had to work incredibly hard to reach this level and in my first conversation with him it was immediately obvious how grounded he is and the determination he has to be the best player he can be. "I’ve no doubt City fans will get a thrill seeing him in action for us. "We know this club develops players. We make a commitment to every single player we sign that we will make them better footballers. "I am really excited to see the level Iliman can reach in the years ahead because I know for sure working with Enzo and his staff is going ensure he becomes a top-class Premier League player." City sold winger Savio to Tottenham Hotspur last week, while Jack Grealish is expected to leave the club amid links to Everton, where he spent the 2025/26 season on loan. Add TNT Sports as a preferred source here to enjoy more content like this. Stream the Premier League, men’s and women’s FA Cups, UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Conference League and more live with TNT Sports on HBO Max Related Topics