Everton winger Iliman Ndiaye is reportedly in talks to join Al Hilal this summer. The 26-year-old is said to be open to the move, but it remains to be seen how much the Toffees would be willing to let him leave for.
What does this mean for Tyler Dibling?
The potential exit of Ndiaye could be great news for Tyler Dibling, who arrived at Everton last summer in a deal worth up to £40million. Dibling made just 17 appearances across all competitions, but remains a highly-rated talent and could be backed to fill the role left if Ndiaye departs.
Why Everton may be comfortable with the sale of Ndiaye
For all of Ndiaye's brilliance last season, he also produced some significant frustration at times. The winger scored six goals with two penalties, but registered 9.11 expected goals on target and 5.13 non-penalty expected goals. As of the final 2025 table, Everton finished 8th in the Premier League, with 47 points from 32 games, and a recent form of DWLWW. With the new season not yet under way, the Toffees will be looking to build on this momentum, and the potential sale of Ndiaye could be a key factor in their transfer plans.
What comes next for Everton?
The money Everton receives for Ndiaye will undoubtedly assist with the outstanding areas of priority throughout the squad. With their next fixture against Leeds at home on 2027-02-10, the Toffees will be looking to make a strong start to the new season, and the potential emergence of Dibling could be a key factor in their success.
