Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing Everton forward Iliman Ndiaye ahead of the summer transfer window, according to a report from TEAMtalk.
It's shaping up to be a quiet end to the January transfer window for the Red Devils, especially after two impressive wins on the bounce under Michael Carrick. The Manchester club could look to keep their powder dry until the summer, when more high-profile players are likely to become available for more reasonable prices.
The January window is always difficult to find players for good value, with clubs unwilling to sell their best players during the middle of the season. There's no doubt United could do with bringing in some reinforcements as soon as possible, but it certainly wouldn't be a surprise to see them wait until the summer.
Man Utd Eyeing Everton Forward in Summer
Iliman Ndiaye
Iliman Ndiaye
According to a report from TEAMtalk, Manchester United are expected to have Everton forward Ndiaye on their shortlist for the summer transfer window, but it could take a huge fee to prise him away from the Toffees. A number of clubs are believed to be keen on the tricky winger, who has been described as 'one of the best' in his position by The Athletic's Patrick Boyland.
It's claimed that the Toffees could demand a fee in the region of £75m, which is their current record sale, if they are to allow Ndiaye to head through the exit door in the summer. The Merseyside club rejected an offer of around £40m from Inter Milan during the previous summer transfer window, and it appears it's going to take almost double for the Toffees to even consider a departure.
Ndiaye's Versatility Would be Beneficial to Man Utd
Everton attacker Iliman Ndiaye
Ndiaye has predominantly played on the right-hand side of attack for United this season, mainly due to the arrival of Jack Grealish from Manchester City. During Ndiaye's time at Sheffield United, he was utilised in an attacking midfield position, almost playing as a second striker, while he's also featured off the left-hand side for Everton.
Having a player who is capable of playing in a host of different positions to a strong level would be hugely beneficial for United, and if they continue with Michael Carrick's 4-2-3-1 system, he could play anywhere behind the striker. It won't be easy to prise him away, but a £75m fee could be worth every penny.