Tottenham Hotspur and Everton have reached agreements in principle over two separate transfers that could see Iliman Ndiaye move to north London and Richarlison return to his former club. Negotiations advanced significantly on Sunday, but neither deal has been finalized because personal terms and medical examinations are still outstanding.
Tottenham are discussing a fee of approximately £60 million for Ndiaye, with talks over the Senegal international’s contract continuing. The 26-year-old has rejected several offers to extend his Everton deal and is now considering a move after two seasons at Goodison Park.
Ndiaye joined Everton from Marseille in 2024 for around £15 million. He has since scored 17 goals in 74 appearances and developed into one of the club’s most important attacking players. His ability to operate as a winger, second striker or central forward has attracted interest from several Premier League clubs, including Manchester City.
Tottenham’s move for Ndiaye has accelerated after Manchester City emerged as Cody Gakpo’s preferred destination. Spurs had pursued the Liverpool forward throughout the summer, but City are now in talks to sign the Netherlands international. Ndiaye has consequently become Tottenham’s leading attacking target.
At the same time, Everton are negotiating a separate deal to bring Richarlison back to Merseyside. The proposed fee is understood to be around £35 million, three years after the Brazilian left Everton to join Tottenham in a transfer worth up to £60 million.
Richarlison scored 53 goals in 152 appearances during his first spell at Everton. His time at Tottenham has been more difficult, with the 29-year-old registering 32 goals in 134 matches. He has also told De Zerbi that he wants to leave the club before the transfer deadline.
The possible double deal would suit both clubs. Tottenham would add a versatile forward to an attack that has failed to score in its opening two league matches, while Everton would regain a player who was previously a popular and productive figure at Goodison Park.
The moves are not formally linked as a player exchange. They will be registered as separate transfers, meaning each club must complete its own negotiations, medicals and contractual documentation.
For Tottenham, Ndiaye’s arrival would represent another major investment under Roberto De Zerbi. For Everton, Richarlison’s return could provide experience and attacking character as the club continues to reshape its squad.
Both clubs now face a race against time to complete the agreements before Tuesday’s transfer deadline. Until the final paperwork is signed, the two transfers remain provisional rather than official.
