Man Utd insider: ‘One of the best’ players in the Premier League now views Old Trafford as ‘dream move’ amid interest

Iliman Ndiaye reportedly views Manchester United as a ‘dream’ move ahead of a potential summer approach from INEOS.One Red Devils insider claims the Everton starlet would be ‘open’ to making the switch if an opportunity presented itself. Iliman Ndiaye is a player which #MUFC are monitoring ahead of the summer. It’s understood that the 26 yo would be open at the oppurtunity to a move on what he sees as a dream club in Utd. Yan Diomande still remains high on the list. Very early days + midfield is the priority atm. — Sully (@SullyTalkz) April 1, 2026DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYUnited set sights on Ndiaye coupIt comes amid numerous reports confirming that United are indeed among Ndiaye’s admirers heading into the transfer window. Iliman Ndiaye: “Favourite stadium I’ve played in is Old Trafford. The atmosphere, the size. When we were like growing up, this was the stadium you wanna play in.” [@FotMob] pic.twitter.com/Pcpa6E2CdM — utdreport (@utdreport) February 16, 2026The 26-year-old, hailed as ‘one of the best players in the Premier League’ by Jamie O’Hara this season, will have spent two years with Everton by the time the summer rolls around, and may decide that now, while his stocks are high and the interest is there, is the right time to explore a new venture. Ndiaye is one the best players in the premier league, top drawer he is 🔥 — Jamie Ohara (@Mrjamieohara1) November 3, 2025Back in July 2023, the Toffees shelled out £15 million to add the Senegal international to their ranks from Olympique Marseille.He has since proven to be a tremendous addition, particularly this campaign, when he has hugely benefited from the additions of Jack Grealish and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.How Ndiaye has fared in recent yearsNdiaye has returned six goals and three assists in the 26 league matches he’s played in thus far, having missed a chunk of the term through his African Cup of Nations participation. Appearances Goals Assists 59 15 3 (Ndiaye’s complete Premier League record)His most eye-catching and prolific form came when he was plying his trade for Sheffield United, where he scored 22 goals and contributed a further 14 assists in the 88 appearances he made across all competitions. By the time the Blades were cornered into facilitating his departure, the Bramall Lane faithful were heartbroken to have to bid farewell to their talisman.It remains to be seen what kind of fee Everton would demand for Ndiaye, as it’s safe to say they’ll be doing their utmost to convince him to stay put on Merseyside.