Tottenham in talks for Ndiaye as Richarlison set for Everton

Tottenham are in advanced talks to sign Iliman Ndiaye from Everton, while Richarlison is expected to head the other way as part of separate negotiations, BBC Sport reports.

The clubs are said to be close on Ndiaye, but it’s not yet clear the player will make the move to north London. Manchester City are among the teams that have also shown interest.

A web of Premier League deals

The report adds that City have held talks to sign Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo, although Liverpool would likely need to secure a replacement before approving any deal.

From Everton’s side, the club is open to selling Ndiaye after the 26-year-old rejected multiple contract offers and spoke with Saudi club Al-Hilal earlier this summer.

Meanwhile, Everton have reached terms in principle to re-sign Richarlison after the Brazil international told Tottenham head coach Roberto De Zerbi he wants to leave “too many times”. De Zerbi said: “Richarlison, I don’t know. He said too many times that he wants to leave.” He also said Kevin Danso asked to go and that Pape Matar Sarr made the same request, though Sarr had a minor injury and is almost ready to train.

What it means for both clubs

Richarlison is in the final year of his Tottenham contract and would give Everton competition for their first-choice striker Thierno Barry, with the future of Beto still uncertain.

The article also says Everton are growing confident about a loan deal to bring Jack Grealish back from Manchester City, though the exact structure remains complex because Grealish is also in the last year of his contract.

On Tottenham’s side, BBC Sport notes the club has spent over £300m this summer and is currently bottom after losing their opening two games and failing to score.