31/08/2026
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Everton have submitted an official offer to AS Monaco for Folarin Balogun as the club look to secure further firepower before the transfer deadline.
We're set for a frantic final few hours of the transfer window with Everton among the busiest sides in the Premier League right now.
Fabrizio Romano has reported that interest in Balogun has now been formalised with an unspecified bid, as Beto prepares to head for the Everton exit door.
The Toffees have agreed a deal to sell Beto to Fiorentina for around €20M (£17.1M) and are working on deals to sign Balogun and/or former favourite Richarlison before the window slams shut. Negotiations are ongoing with Monaco and Tottenham Hotspur.
Balogun has been linked with an exit from Monaco all summer, following an impressive Ligue 1 campaign and strong showing for 2026 World Cup co-hosts the United States.
The ex-Arsenal academy graduate scored 19 goals in 43 games for Monaco last season to win the club's Player of the Season award, and scored three times in four appearances for the USA during this summer's tournament.
He's scored 12 times in 31 caps for the US since pledging his international allegiance to the Stars and Stripes, having represented England up to U21 level.
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Gaute Lie
2 Posted 31/08/2026 at 09:40:03
2 Posted 31/08/2026 at 09:40:03
This would be a good addition.
He knows the Premier League, and he is a good striker.
Not injury prone either.
But sorry, no need for Richarlison, then.
He knows the Premier League, and he is a good striker.
Not injury prone either.
But sorry, no need for Richarlison, then.
Stan Grace
3 Posted 31/08/2026 at 09:52:09
3 Posted 31/08/2026 at 09:52:09
If Balogun signs, what's the betting he gets a yellow card in his first Everton appearance but Trump calls the VAR team and gets it changed to a red?
Paul Griffiths
4 Posted 31/08/2026 at 09:54:09
4 Posted 31/08/2026 at 09:54:09
MG will be happy.
John Pickles
5 Posted 31/08/2026 at 10:04:37
5 Posted 31/08/2026 at 10:04:37
Fingers crossed on this one, but if it comes off, even if Ndiaye goes, we don't then need both Grealish and Richarlison.
Ian Wilkins
6 Posted 31/08/2026 at 10:05:44
6 Posted 31/08/2026 at 10:05:44
Could we run with 3 forwards all expecting to be first choice ( I include Richarlison), accepting Richarlison could play out wide too?
Or is it Balogun or Richarlison?
Or Richarlison or Grealish?
A few twists and turns yet I fancy.
Or is it Balogun or Richarlison?
Or Richarlison or Grealish?
A few twists and turns yet I fancy.
Mike Allison
7 Posted 31/08/2026 at 10:11:01
7 Posted 31/08/2026 at 10:11:01
Stop saying “we don’t need”! The concept of ‘first choice’ is not useful either, especially in forward positions. Every match should see 6-8 players see action in the front 4 positions.
Get as many goal scorers and creators as possible. Then rotate and make substitutions. It’s what good teams do.
If we lose N’Diaye but end up with Richarlison and Grealish we’ve done well. If we turn Beto into Balogun we’ve done well.
I can’t get excited about Tete though, he had the chance to join last year and didn’t want to. I’m not convinced he’s better than Patterson.
We also need to know what the hell happened with the Armstrong bid. Whoever accepted it has to be gone from our club.
Get as many goal scorers and creators as possible. Then rotate and make substitutions. It’s what good teams do.
If we lose N’Diaye but end up with Richarlison and Grealish we’ve done well. If we turn Beto into Balogun we’ve done well.
I can’t get excited about Tete though, he had the chance to join last year and didn’t want to. I’m not convinced he’s better than Patterson.
We also need to know what the hell happened with the Armstrong bid. Whoever accepted it has to be gone from our club.
Jamie Clancy
8 Posted 31/08/2026 at 10:17:54
8 Posted 31/08/2026 at 10:17:54
What's all this talk that if Balogun signs we don't need Richarlison? Look at the top clubs, they have strength in depth. If Everton want to be a top club again, having Balogun, Richarlison and Barry fight for one striker spot is what you want. Richie can also play out wide. Then you also have Grealish (assuming he signs) and George out left, Back post Brennan and Dibling on the right. This is the idea. Hypothesizing here, but what happens if the clubs only striking options are ony Barry after new signing Balogun gets injured and the club decided not to sign Richarlison. Then your screwed. Look at the squads of Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City, even Spurs.
I hear all this talk on here that Everton are still one of the biggest clubs in the country (and we still are in my opinion), then go and prove it by getting a squad ready made with that ambition, within the parameters of SCR of course.
I hear all this talk on here that Everton are still one of the biggest clubs in the country (and we still are in my opinion), then go and prove it by getting a squad ready made with that ambition, within the parameters of SCR of course.
Scott Hamilton
9 Posted 31/08/2026 at 10:39:11
9 Posted 31/08/2026 at 10:39:11
Completely agree with Mike (7) and Jamie (8).
This constant “if we get X we don’t need Y” makes little sense. We’ve had a threadbare squad for years. What we need is at least two players fighting to be first choice in each position plus a back-up for that same position.
Better to have ‘surplus’ players. It’s a long season, players’ form can come and go, and injuries are likely.
Obviously I’d like another two RBs and a LB!
This constant “if we get X we don’t need Y” makes little sense. We’ve had a threadbare squad for years. What we need is at least two players fighting to be first choice in each position plus a back-up for that same position.
Better to have ‘surplus’ players. It’s a long season, players’ form can come and go, and injuries are likely.
Obviously I’d like another two RBs and a LB!
Lee Courtliff
10 Posted 31/08/2026 at 10:49:49
10 Posted 31/08/2026 at 10:49:49
The top clubs have European football and often go very deep in the Cup competitions, we don't.
If we have Barry, Balogun and Richy then 2 of them will be very unhappy.
The days of Richy playing out wide are gone, imo, he's not as mobile as he once was.
If we have Barry, Balogun and Richy then 2 of them will be very unhappy.
The days of Richy playing out wide are gone, imo, he's not as mobile as he once was.
David West
11 Posted 31/08/2026 at 10:51:55
11 Posted 31/08/2026 at 10:51:55
Yeah options are what's needed.
You can have your best 11 but it doesn't always work, players to change games is what we've lacked for years.
George, Grealish, Richarlison, balogun, barry, Dibbling
Any could start and all could make impacts from the bench.
Not a bad pool to pick 3 from if Ndiaye goes.
The American connections with the blues may help get balogun too.
You can have your best 11 but it doesn't always work, players to change games is what we've lacked for years.
George, Grealish, Richarlison, balogun, barry, Dibbling
Any could start and all could make impacts from the bench.
Not a bad pool to pick 3 from if Ndiaye goes.
The American connections with the blues may help get balogun too.
Mike Allison
13 Posted 31/08/2026 at 11:16:47
13 Posted 31/08/2026 at 11:16:47
David, the cynic in me says our owners want an American for marketing reasons.
Lee @10, you're right that the ‘top' clubs have more matches, but even if we signed all of Balogun, Richarlison and Grealish (with Ndiaye leaving) there's still plenty of football to go around in the forward positions.
At least 6 of them should see action every game, and they'll all be fresher and keener for the competition. The issue is Moyes being more positive and daring with the formation, for example using Dewsbury-Hall deeper and having more attacking players on the pitch.
Lee @10, you're right that the ‘top' clubs have more matches, but even if we signed all of Balogun, Richarlison and Grealish (with Ndiaye leaving) there's still plenty of football to go around in the forward positions.
At least 6 of them should see action every game, and they'll all be fresher and keener for the competition. The issue is Moyes being more positive and daring with the formation, for example using Dewsbury-Hall deeper and having more attacking players on the pitch.
Alan McGuffog
14 Posted 31/08/2026 at 11:53:14
14 Posted 31/08/2026 at 11:53:14
Mike, not cynical at all. Makes a lot of sense as football is increasingly global.
Did we " exploit" Howard, Joe-Max Moore or McBride to raise our profile over there? No. So if Balogun does that sound much the better?
Did we " exploit" Howard, Joe-Max Moore or McBride to raise our profile over there? No. So if Balogun does that sound much the better?
Rocco Bugaj
15 Posted 31/08/2026 at 12:20:04
15 Posted 31/08/2026 at 12:20:04
I just read that it's unclear whether we'll take Grealish on loan (our preference) or buy him (Manchester City's preference).
In any case, it's going to be an expensive affair.
In any case, it's going to be an expensive affair.
Steve Brown
16 Posted 31/08/2026 at 12:22:34
16 Posted 31/08/2026 at 12:22:34
I watched him in the World Cup quite a bit. Rapid, direct, not prolific... but a better player than Beto or Barry.
But not worth €40M.
But not worth €40M.
Raymond Fox
17 Posted 31/08/2026 at 12:54:44
17 Posted 31/08/2026 at 12:54:44
He gets a good write-up, so what's he worth? I must have seen him in the World Cup but don't particularly remember him. That's no great surprise though as I wasn't that interested in lots of the games.
Monaco must be prepared to sell him, so how good is he?
Monaco must be prepared to sell him, so how good is he?
James Marshall
18 Posted 31/08/2026 at 13:02:55
18 Posted 31/08/2026 at 13:02:55
All this stuff about not needing options is what's killed us for years. Having just about a first 11 is never going to be enough. We need options.
You want us to win cups? You'll need a squad for that. You want us to finish high up the league? You'll need a squad for that.
Evertonians have this weird idea that 11 players is enough, then when players lose form or get injured, they complain about not having enough players to cover over a season.
Footballers are also aware of this. Managers need options in games, so we need players to cover multiple positions.
Losing Ndiaye will be fine if we get Balogun, Richarlison and Grealish. Plus George and Brennan and we have some decent options in attack. Oh, and Barry.
You want us to win cups? You'll need a squad for that. You want us to finish high up the league? You'll need a squad for that.
Evertonians have this weird idea that 11 players is enough, then when players lose form or get injured, they complain about not having enough players to cover over a season.
Footballers are also aware of this. Managers need options in games, so we need players to cover multiple positions.
Losing Ndiaye will be fine if we get Balogun, Richarlison and Grealish. Plus George and Brennan and we have some decent options in attack. Oh, and Barry.
James Marshall
19 Posted 31/08/2026 at 13:04:05
19 Posted 31/08/2026 at 13:04:05
Raymond - he's the American striker who got sent off in the World Cup then had his red card suspended when Trump spoke to the FIFA Infant.
David West
20 Posted 31/08/2026 at 13:25:48
20 Posted 31/08/2026 at 13:25:48
Mike 13. I was thinking more of the ex USA players we've had who'd surely have good things to say about the club & city.
Raymond Fox
21 Posted 31/08/2026 at 13:29:28
21 Posted 31/08/2026 at 13:29:28
Thanks James, I remember the incident now you mention it.
Your right about the more the more merrier as far as squad size is concerned, injuries and loss of form always occur, you cant have too many good players.
There is the cost of them but us fans are not directly paying their wages. We do have to stump up for expensive season and match tickets etc. which obviously helps and at least pays some part of the wage bill.
Your right about the more the more merrier as far as squad size is concerned, injuries and loss of form always occur, you cant have too many good players.
There is the cost of them but us fans are not directly paying their wages. We do have to stump up for expensive season and match tickets etc. which obviously helps and at least pays some part of the wage bill.
Michael Connelly
22 Posted 31/08/2026 at 13:30:25
22 Posted 31/08/2026 at 13:30:25
Is there any permutation here that could result in us keeping Ndiaye. i.e. leave Grealish where he is. Will kill me if and when I see him in a Spurs shirt, particularly when he has 3 years left on his deal.
Jack Convery
23 Posted 31/08/2026 at 13:41:42
23 Posted 31/08/2026 at 13:41:42
The days of HK and 11 first teamers with Richardson and Harper as cover are gone sadly. Now it's a 16 player game, though Arteta wants more and more players on the bench, to keep them all involved !
Personally I would limit the subs to 1 gk, 1 def, 1 mf and 1 fwd. A forth could be named in cup games as the Extra time sub. This will stop top teams stock piling all the quality players and lead them to being spread around more clubs.
N'diaye wants to go, so let him. Richy wants to play for us and he's apparently very motivated to get back into the Brazil squad. Tete if he stays fit, which I doubt should be ok a RB but ideally we need another one and another LB. If we could get one player who can cover both positions that would save us money. Balogun is untested at EPL level but he will definitely lift our profile in Trumpland. Grealish will give us loads of experience and an old head which we need in the forward areas. The time until the window closes, is looking interesting to say the least.
Personally I would limit the subs to 1 gk, 1 def, 1 mf and 1 fwd. A forth could be named in cup games as the Extra time sub. This will stop top teams stock piling all the quality players and lead them to being spread around more clubs.
N'diaye wants to go, so let him. Richy wants to play for us and he's apparently very motivated to get back into the Brazil squad. Tete if he stays fit, which I doubt should be ok a RB but ideally we need another one and another LB. If we could get one player who can cover both positions that would save us money. Balogun is untested at EPL level but he will definitely lift our profile in Trumpland. Grealish will give us loads of experience and an old head which we need in the forward areas. The time until the window closes, is looking interesting to say the least.
Barry Robson
24 Posted 31/08/2026 at 14:11:05
24 Posted 31/08/2026 at 14:11:05
Michael might see him in an Arsenal shirt instead if rumours are true?
Ian Wilkins
25 Posted 31/08/2026 at 14:14:38
25 Posted 31/08/2026 at 14:14:38
Currently out injured. Company for Norgaard and Tete.
David West
26 Posted 31/08/2026 at 14:16:59
26 Posted 31/08/2026 at 14:16:59
Hoping with grealish that he's on our side in this, he doesn't need to leave city, would sit it out and get the rest of his contract.
If he's pissed with city, he could have said to everton, ill wait until the last minute, so we get the best deal possible, if city don't want to play him, anything we offer is a bonus.
With Ndiaye, all the talk of wanting CL & challenging for trophies now seems bollocks if he ends up at spurs, and was always about the money.
If he's pissed with city, he could have said to everton, ill wait until the last minute, so we get the best deal possible, if city don't want to play him, anything we offer is a bonus.
With Ndiaye, all the talk of wanting CL & challenging for trophies now seems bollocks if he ends up at spurs, and was always about the money.
Edward Rogers
27 Posted 31/08/2026 at 14:39:36
27 Posted 31/08/2026 at 14:39:36
BBC jerking off that the RS have signed Barcola, can't wait for the documentary.🤮
Steve Brown
28 Posted 31/08/2026 at 14:57:31
28 Posted 31/08/2026 at 14:57:31
If we spend £20-25 million of Balogun, £10-15 million on Charley and get Grealish on a free, then that is OK business.
I would not pay 10p for Tete.
I would not pay 10p for Tete.
Tom Bowers
29 Posted 31/08/2026 at 15:17:55
29 Posted 31/08/2026 at 15:17:55
Well I guess we have to lose Illy Ndiaye and we wish him luck. He had been a bright spark in the team but business is business.
If the replacements are up to snuff then I suppose it doesn't matter but Ndiaye 's skill level was a treat to watch bringing back memories of Duncan Mackenzie.
I really don't want Richarlison back but maybe Moyes can get get a little more out of him than the past Spurs bosses. I have never been in favor or returning players.
If the replacements are up to snuff then I suppose it doesn't matter but Ndiaye 's skill level was a treat to watch bringing back memories of Duncan Mackenzie.
I really don't want Richarlison back but maybe Moyes can get get a little more out of him than the past Spurs bosses. I have never been in favor or returning players.
Mike Gaynes
30 Posted 31/08/2026 at 15:22:50
30 Posted 31/08/2026 at 15:22:50
Balogun would be exactly what we need. Tremendous pace and quickness, makes great runs off the ball, and most important of all he's a composed finisher, accurate with both feet and can shoot from distance -- in fact loves to shoot a bit too much, can be selfish. Not bad in the air despite being only 5-10.
Not world class, but very good. Would be our best pure scorer since Rom.
Agree completely with Jamie and Scott and James about the need for quality depth in the squad. Nobody makes Euro challenges and Cup runs with only two forwards. If we can get Balogun and Richi off the Beto sale, absolutely do it.
Not world class, but very good. Would be our best pure scorer since Rom.
Agree completely with Jamie and Scott and James about the need for quality depth in the squad. Nobody makes Euro challenges and Cup runs with only two forwards. If we can get Balogun and Richi off the Beto sale, absolutely do it.
Mike Morgan
31 Posted 31/08/2026 at 16:01:24
31 Posted 31/08/2026 at 16:01:24
Surley if we buy Balogun we could play hardball with Spurs on Richy and get him on loan. If we don't buy him what are they going to do with him !!!
David West
32 Posted 31/08/2026 at 16:02:16
32 Posted 31/08/2026 at 16:02:16
Mike G.
Had a feeling you'd like this.
I do myself, he's a threat, pace and power, a huge upgrade on beto, and hopefully someone to push barry to improve too.
Surely they are confident it's over the line if betos off.
Had a feeling you'd like this.
I do myself, he's a threat, pace and power, a huge upgrade on beto, and hopefully someone to push barry to improve too.
Surely they are confident it's over the line if betos off.
Rob Hooton
33 Posted 31/08/2026 at 16:09:51
33 Posted 31/08/2026 at 16:09:51
If Ndiaye and Beto going means we have Balogun, Richy, Tete, and Grealish coming in then it seems fairly astute business, improving one area (striker) and adding depth to the squad in multiple areas. The only financial worry for the powers that be is that there will be little resale value in Richy, Tete and Grealish (if we sign the latter permanently), with the hope that Balogun will improve.
Let’s see who ends up holding shirts and where!
Let’s see who ends up holding shirts and where!
Mike Doyle
34 Posted 31/08/2026 at 16:22:15
34 Posted 31/08/2026 at 16:22:15
By the looks of things the Beto sale will fund the Balogun purchase.
Most of the other activity seems dependent on Illy going - and how much he goes for.
Seems to have gone quiet on the Right Back purchase ( or perhaps I’m losing interest).
Most of the other activity seems dependent on Illy going - and how much he goes for.
Seems to have gone quiet on the Right Back purchase ( or perhaps I’m losing interest).
Luke Welch
35 Posted 31/08/2026 at 16:28:00
35 Posted 31/08/2026 at 16:28:00
Illy is no dout the most skillfull we have, but as for output, I remember him missing more than he scored! Also I don't remember he turning up in many games against the top 6.
Richie will score more, even if he plays on the wing, and hes 29, a good couple of seasons left yet.
Richie will score more, even if he plays on the wing, and hes 29, a good couple of seasons left yet.
Christy Ring
36 Posted 31/08/2026 at 16:48:15
36 Posted 31/08/2026 at 16:48:15
Balogun would definitely be an upgrade, Mike knows a lot more about him, accurate with both feet, something we definitely lack, but we need Richarlison as well, and hopefully Arsenal come in for Ndiaye, which will up his price.
Steve Brown
37 Posted 31/08/2026 at 16:51:59
37 Posted 31/08/2026 at 16:51:59
Beto sale definitely going through.
Mark Murphy
38 Posted 31/08/2026 at 17:03:45
38 Posted 31/08/2026 at 17:03:45
I’ve seen photos of Beto being presented to the press in the Fiorentina shirt so reckon your right there Steve.
David West
39 Posted 31/08/2026 at 17:18:06
39 Posted 31/08/2026 at 17:18:06
I think Ndiaye is a bargain at £60M, so others may see it as an opportunity...
But we should see it as an opportunity to get more money.
But we should see it as an opportunity to get more money.
Derek Knox
40 Posted 31/08/2026 at 17:26:27
40 Posted 31/08/2026 at 17:26:27
Hope this goes through before the deadline
This guy impressed me during the World Cup!
This guy impressed me during the World Cup!
Ray Jacques
41 Posted 31/08/2026 at 17:29:20
41 Posted 31/08/2026 at 17:29:20
If we get beat in games with this guy, hopefully Trump can get the result reversed!!!!
John Keating
42 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:06:08
42 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:06:08
Beto 15 million. About 14.99 million more than he's worth so I suppose that's a result.
Just Barry to go now, still got time
Just Barry to go now, still got time
Stu Darlington
43 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:16:07
43 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:16:07
Don’t know what all the hype about Balogun is.
Certainly not the second coming of Lukaku as some people seem to believe.
Maybe 10 goals a season if we’re lucky!
If he comes we just have to hope he is better than what we have got,because we have created chances in the first two games that have gone begging.
Looks like Richarlison is stalling on a deal with Everton.Maybe he doesn’t love us as much as he would have us believe.!
Wouldn’t be surprised if Ndiaye stays,getting a bit late for wrangling now and we end up with Grealish on another loan.
Not a bad thing in my opinion.About £12-13 million in wages and then sign him on a free next season
Certainly not the second coming of Lukaku as some people seem to believe.
Maybe 10 goals a season if we’re lucky!
If he comes we just have to hope he is better than what we have got,because we have created chances in the first two games that have gone begging.
Looks like Richarlison is stalling on a deal with Everton.Maybe he doesn’t love us as much as he would have us believe.!
Wouldn’t be surprised if Ndiaye stays,getting a bit late for wrangling now and we end up with Grealish on another loan.
Not a bad thing in my opinion.About £12-13 million in wages and then sign him on a free next season
David West
44 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:32:28
44 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:32:28
Seems the Richarlison deal is close and he wanted to come back, but his social media statement makes me think it off now !
Mike Gaynes
45 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:36:42
45 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:36:42
Stu, I didn't say second coming, I said best SINCE Rom.
That makes him better than Barry, Beto, DCL, Tosun, Kean, Rondon, Sandro, Niasse or Maupay. Not a high bar to clear.
BUT... it also, I believe, makes him better than Richi, who averaged 12 goals a season for us in all competitions. That's a bigger reach but I do think Balogun has the capability of scoring much more than that.
That makes him better than Barry, Beto, DCL, Tosun, Kean, Rondon, Sandro, Niasse or Maupay. Not a high bar to clear.
BUT... it also, I believe, makes him better than Richi, who averaged 12 goals a season for us in all competitions. That's a bigger reach but I do think Balogun has the capability of scoring much more than that.
Billy Bradshaw
46 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:36:50
46 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:36:50
David @ 34, more info mate please, it is or it isn't.
Mike Gaynes
47 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:40:43
47 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:40:43
Mike #34, I don't expect to hear anything more about Kenny Tete until the deadline.
Given his injury record, his medical would require 36 hours for all the MRIs and scans. Probably staying overnight in the intensive care unit.
Given his injury record, his medical would require 36 hours for all the MRIs and scans. Probably staying overnight in the intensive care unit.
David West
48 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:45:33
48 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:45:33
Billy 46.
It's a cryptic message.
Here you go the statement...
"After everything I’ve been through in the last few years, I’ve decided that NEVER AGAIN will anyone decide my future for me. I went through a lot of bad things, and almost all of them happened because decisions were made by other people. Pressure, threats, retaliation - none of that scares me. I’ve been through far worse, believe me," he said. "I’ve always made it clear, every time I had the chance, that leaving for another club would only happen if it was also good for the club. If it wasn’t, I would never accept it… just like I didn’t accept it when everything was going badly and they needed me. I stayed and gave everything. So I hope they treat my situation with the same respect I’ve always shown Spurs and everyone who worked with me during this period. Just don’t try to decide for me."
He then added: "If they reach an agreement between Spurs and Everton, I will return to my beloved club. My intention was to go back to the place where I was very happy, yes, but the negotiations happened only in the way certain people wanted, and it will no longer be like that. Despite all this turmoil, I am under contract at Spurs and will remain at the club’s disposal."
It's a cryptic message.
Here you go the statement...
"After everything I’ve been through in the last few years, I’ve decided that NEVER AGAIN will anyone decide my future for me. I went through a lot of bad things, and almost all of them happened because decisions were made by other people. Pressure, threats, retaliation - none of that scares me. I’ve been through far worse, believe me," he said. "I’ve always made it clear, every time I had the chance, that leaving for another club would only happen if it was also good for the club. If it wasn’t, I would never accept it… just like I didn’t accept it when everything was going badly and they needed me. I stayed and gave everything. So I hope they treat my situation with the same respect I’ve always shown Spurs and everyone who worked with me during this period. Just don’t try to decide for me."
He then added: "If they reach an agreement between Spurs and Everton, I will return to my beloved club. My intention was to go back to the place where I was very happy, yes, but the negotiations happened only in the way certain people wanted, and it will no longer be like that. Despite all this turmoil, I am under contract at Spurs and will remain at the club’s disposal."
David West
49 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:49:10
49 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:49:10
Maybe the Richie deal was tied with Ndiaye going the other way and now city can't get gakpo they are after Ndiaye again!
Billy Bradshaw
50 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:49:37
50 Posted 31/08/2026 at 18:49:37
David @ 48, thanks for the reply.
Ian Bennett
51 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:04:37
51 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:04:37
Richarlison isn't moving, because of the difference on what Everton are prepared to pay vs what he earns at spurs.
Spurs issue to solve, otherwise he's staying on that contract.
Spurs issue to solve, otherwise he's staying on that contract.
Mike Powell
52 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:07:27
52 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:07:27
Ndiaye going to city
Oliver Molloy
53 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:19:46
53 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:19:46
Ian,
perhaps an element of truth, but it has been suggested spurs are not honouring paying him whatever was agreed in his contract if he moved...he or his agents are playing a blinder in my opinion.
They want to get rid, we want him, he wants us, if spurs don't sort it, he leaves for free at the end of the season
perhaps an element of truth, but it has been suggested spurs are not honouring paying him whatever was agreed in his contract if he moved...he or his agents are playing a blinder in my opinion.
They want to get rid, we want him, he wants us, if spurs don't sort it, he leaves for free at the end of the season
Ian Bennett
54 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:21:50
54 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:21:50
Playing a blinder richy. Flushed out city on ndiaye, and get Richarlison on loan.
Next home match for spurs, Everton.
Next home match for spurs, Everton.
Geoff Lambert
55 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:24:03
55 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:24:03
Ian 51 my take is he's playing hardball with spurs as Everton want to pay £20 million and spurs not budging.
Rocco Bugaj
56 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:24:09
56 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:24:09
It’s getting crazier and crazier. City has now joined the bidding for Ndiaye after all. Of course, a transfer always requires all three parties to agree. Iliman will likely go to whichever club offers him a higher salary. That might be our chance to secure more funds for a right-back and a new striker (no matter who it is).
David West
57 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:27:40
57 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:27:40
Seems it's over bonuses owed to Richie, spurs refusing to pay, because he's asked to leave.
Hope Everton blag city it was 90m for Ndiaye to spurs.
Or throw in Rico Lewis & 60m
Hope Everton blag city it was 90m for Ndiaye to spurs.
Or throw in Rico Lewis & 60m
Oliver Molloy
58 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:28:47
58 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:28:47
Ndiaye 65 million man city deal agreed...
Grealish on his way maybe ?
Grealish on his way maybe ?
Mark Ryan
59 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:29:32
59 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:29:32
£65 million for Illy from City. Agreed !
Rocco Bugaj
60 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:31:23
60 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:31:23
David 57 Honestly, I don't care where Ndiaye goes. He could go to Partizan Belgrade for 100 million, for all I care. All that matters to me is that we raise as much money as possible to build a strong team.
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David West
61 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:34:50
61 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:34:50
Yeah Rocco.
Hope it doesn't effect Richie coming back though.
Rather have balogun than Richie if it was a choice though.
Hope it doesn't effect Richie coming back though.
Rather have balogun than Richie if it was a choice though.
Rocco Bugaj
62 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:36:10
62 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:36:10
65 million is too little. The Reds value Gakpo—who is a year older and had fewer goal contributions last season—at over 80 million. It should be at least 70 million for Ndiaye.
Tom Bowers
63 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:41:16
63 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:41:16
Well I guess we have to lose Illy Ndiaye and we wish him luck. He had been a bright spark in the team but business is business.
If the replacements are up to snuff then I suppose it doesn't matter but Ndiaye 's skill level was a treat to watch bringing back memories of Duncan Mackenzie.
I really don't want Richarlison back but maybe Moyes can get get a little more out of him than the past Spurs bosses. I have never been in favor or returning players.
If the replacements are up to snuff then I suppose it doesn't matter but Ndiaye 's skill level was a treat to watch bringing back memories of Duncan Mackenzie.
I really don't want Richarlison back but maybe Moyes can get get a little more out of him than the past Spurs bosses. I have never been in favor or returning players.
Mike Corcoran
64 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:44:22
64 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:44:22
All this talk of Balogun, Richi and Grealish is exciting and provides good balance (where’s the top class RB?) but let’s not hope it’s a case of Everton That at the close of play.
Rocco Bugaj
65 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:48:35
65 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:48:35
Since all the clubs now know we have some money following the Ndiaye deal, our new right-back is likely going to be pretty expensive. Assuming we actually get one. Then again, we’ve only been looking for a few years... 😉
Tom Bowers
66 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:48:40
66 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:48:40
Sorry to see Illi go but 65 million is good and Richie staying at Spurs is good also. No one will lose sleep over Beto' departure providing Balogun comes in.
We may now have a new look and with a right back who may give more stability to the back four than Jake who we all know is a centre back and better cover than Keane.
We may now have a new look and with a right back who may give more stability to the back four than Jake who we all know is a centre back and better cover than Keane.
Rocco Bugaj
67 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:52:24
67 Posted 31/08/2026 at 19:52:24
I’m unsure about Balogun: can he cut it in the league? After the "disaster" (in my opinion) with Dibbling last season, I’m wary.
Tommy Carter
68 Posted 31/08/2026 at 20:01:43
68 Posted 31/08/2026 at 20:01:43
I imagine Ndiaye to Tottenham works hand in hand with a deal for Richarlison and likewise with Man City, a deal for Grealish. It's looking like Man City now and it's looking like Grealish in and no Richarlison.
In fairness if Grealish remains fit then I think he gives us pretty much what Ndiaye gives us and is like for like in many ways.
I'm not convinced at all on Balogun. The closer we got to £40M the less I like this deal. If it is for similar money to what we get for Beto then I'm all for giving it a go - he isn't any worse than Beto although I'm not sure how much better he is.
I'd like to think there'll be a surprise incoming for us, fingers crossed.
In fairness if Grealish remains fit then I think he gives us pretty much what Ndiaye gives us and is like for like in many ways.
I'm not convinced at all on Balogun. The closer we got to £40M the less I like this deal. If it is for similar money to what we get for Beto then I'm all for giving it a go - he isn't any worse than Beto although I'm not sure how much better he is.
I'd like to think there'll be a surprise incoming for us, fingers crossed.
Oliver Molloy
69 Posted 31/08/2026 at 20:06:50
69 Posted 31/08/2026 at 20:06:50
Forest paying 22 million for 30 year old Munoz is way too much I think.
Tommy Carter
70 Posted 31/08/2026 at 20:44:33
70 Posted 31/08/2026 at 20:44:33
@71 Oliver. I agree. Apart from an excellent 6 months I don’t think he’s all that good anyway. We have dodged a bullet
Geoff Hind
71 Posted 31/08/2026 at 20:52:35
71 Posted 31/08/2026 at 20:52:35
Richie’s not coming. Balogun may be an upgrade on Beto. Nydie flattered but fell short on product, he will go to city and not last long. Grealish will come in, the key will be if Barry can learn to be in the right place at the right time. On the whole too many changes for the team to gell, Moyes hasn’t got the attacking tactical understanding to get us into Europe, so he will be gone.
David West
72 Posted 31/08/2026 at 20:53:58
72 Posted 31/08/2026 at 20:53:58
40m balogun deal agreed.
Winger needed now to replace Ndiaye.
Winger needed now to replace Ndiaye.
Bobby Mallon
73 Posted 31/08/2026 at 20:55:15
73 Posted 31/08/2026 at 20:55:15
Tete is our new right back
Paul Griffiths
74 Posted 31/08/2026 at 22:39:05
74 Posted 31/08/2026 at 22:39:05
Mark Steers
; If these rumours of Balogun, Richarlison, Grealish, and Tete are true, they will move us easily into Europe next season, as we have quite a young team.
Richarlison 30 next May; Grealish 31 in 10 days time; Tete 31 in seven weeks time.
Yep! Young.
; If these rumours of Balogun, Richarlison, Grealish, and Tete are true, they will move us easily into Europe next season, as we have quite a young team.
Richarlison 30 next May; Grealish 31 in 10 days time; Tete 31 in seven weeks time.
Yep! Young.
Jamie Sweet
75 Posted 31/08/2026 at 23:39:55
75 Posted 31/08/2026 at 23:39:55
I think there's a lot to like about Balogun. I see quite a lot of upside.
- He is a good age, recently turned 25, in theory he should be coming into his prime.
- Americans must love him, I mean look at the fuss they made about him at the World Cup. Surely there are some commercial gains to be made from this.
- He looks like a footballer, where as Beto and Barry sort of don't. He has pace and power and can finish with both feet.
- European experience. He scored 5 Champions League goals last season, including a brace against the eventual champions PSG!
Or... he could be crap and overpriced.
Take your pick.
- He is a good age, recently turned 25, in theory he should be coming into his prime.
- Americans must love him, I mean look at the fuss they made about him at the World Cup. Surely there are some commercial gains to be made from this.
- He looks like a footballer, where as Beto and Barry sort of don't. He has pace and power and can finish with both feet.
- European experience. He scored 5 Champions League goals last season, including a brace against the eventual champions PSG!
Or... he could be crap and overpriced.
Take your pick.
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1 Posted 31/08/2026 at 09:39:04
If these rumours of Balogun, Richarlison, Grealish, and Tete are true, they will move us easily into Europe next season, as we have quite a young team.
So it looks like Ndiaye and Beto will be gone but that's no hardship, even though I like them... but good money for both I think helps Everton.