Chelsea set to bargain for Senegal star
Everton's Iliman Ndiaye celebrates scoring their side's first goal of the game during the Premier League match at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, Liverpool. Picture date: Tuesday February 10, 2026.
by Staff Reporter
Wednesday Apr 22, 2026. 15:00
According to fresh reports in English football media, Chelsea could look to sign Everton and Senegal international Iliman Ndiaye at the end of the 2025/26 campaign.
The 26-year-old has made waves in the Premier League this season and is largely known for his potent attacking abilities and dribbling skills.
Ndiaye was previously linked with Manchester United as the Red Devils are believed to be keen on adding another winger to their attacking department for net season.
Now, however, according to Journalist Simon Phillips, Chelsea are prepared to use Liam Delap as a ‘bargaining tool’ to sign the highly rated Everton attacker.
“SPTC Sources have heard that the club are now seriously tracking Everton winger Iliman Ndiaye ahead of a possible approach this summer,” Phillip said, as per the Chelsea Chronicle.
“At this point in time, it’s unclear how attainable he will be this summer. But Chelsea are now weighing up testing the waters for the 26-year-old, and they know that Chelsea have some players that Everton like – one being Liam Delap. Players could be used as a bargaining tool if The Blues decide to push for him.
“At this moment, it’s just Chelsea tracking and pondering a move. But he is a player that the club would really like to try and bring in.”