Amina UmarEverton Football Club has made a significant move in the transfer market, securing the signing of Marseille forward Iliman Ndiaye for a fee of nearly £20million.
According to Keith Wyness, the club’s former chief, Ndiaye will thrive under the guidance of manager Sean Dyche, who he believes is the “perfect manager” for the young talent.Wyness, who served as CEO at Goodison Park between 2004 and 2009 and now runs a football consultancy, shared his insights on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast.
He suggested that Everton’s transfer chief, Kevin Thelwell, may have already met with prospective new owner Dan Friedkin to discuss plans for the summer window.The signing of Ndiaye marks a significant milestone in Everton’s transfer activity, with the Senegal international undergoing a medical as he inches closer to a Goodison Park transfer. The move comes on the heels of Friedkin’s exclusivity agreement with Farhad Moshiri last week, paving the way for a takeover at Everton.
Wyness believes that Ndiaye’s signing could be the first of several “major moves” under Friedkin’s ownership, with the American billionaire expected to inject significant funds into the club. The former CEO praised Ndiaye’s work ethic, which he believes will make him a success at Everton under Dyche’s guidance.”I think Dyche is the perfect manager for him,” Wyness said. “He’s young, strong, and has shown great signs of his potential. I’m a fan, and it seems to be the right price for him.
His work ethic will be the thing that makes him successful for Everton, as we know, under Dyche.”Wyness also hinted that Friedkin and his son may have already sat down with Thelwell to assess the urgent positions that need to be filled in the squad. “We’ll make sure we have a competitive squad that Dyche is happy with,” he added. “We’re seeing the first major moves now.”The signing of Ndiaye is a significant coup for Everton, who have been seeking to bolster their attack with a talented young forward.
The Marseille star’s arrival is expected to bring a new level of excitement and energy to Goodison Park, and fans will be eager to see him in action.As the transfer window continues to unfold, Everton fans will be keeping a close eye on developments at the club.
With Friedkin’s takeover imminent and Dyche at the helm, the future looks bright for the Toffees. And with Ndiaye leading the line, Everton may just have the perfect recipe for success in the upcoming season.
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