Everton HubEverton's Iliman Ndiaye is the team's best player, says former senior scout Bryan King. The 26-year-old has been impressive, scoring six Premier League goals last season.
What makes Ndiaye special?
Ndiaye's talent has shone through, despite an uncommon path to the top, playing non-league football at 20. He eventually starred in the Championship with Sheffield United, scoring 14 goals and providing 10 assists in the 2022-23 season.
Why is Ndiaye in demand?
The winger is under contract at Everton until 2029, but has reportedly rejected multiple attempts to agree an extension. Arsenal and Manchester United are among the clubs interested in signing him.
| Category | Stat |
|---|---|
| League standing | 13th in Premier League, 49 pts, 13W-10D-15L from 38 games |
| Recent form | LLDDL |
| Goals this season | 47 scored, 50 conceded (-3 goal difference) |
What's next for Ndiaye?
Everton could be forced into selling Ndiaye, with fresh talks scheduled after the World Cup. The player's recent comments suggest he may be looking to leave, saying 'you don't know where football will take you next' and expressing his desire to play at the top level.
Everton's current situation: The team is 36 points behind leaders Arsenal, with a recent form of 0W-1D-4L. Their last result was a 1-0 loss to Tottenham on 2026-05-24.
