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Manchester City have agreed a deal worth up to £65m to sign Iliman Ndiaye from Everton.

The clubs reached an agreement on a deal worth a guaranteed £60m plus a further £5m in add-ons for the Senegal winger.

The news comes after Tottenham agreed deals with Everton on Friday night for Ndiaye to join the London club, with Richarlison moving the other way in a separate transfer.

However, sources are indicating Richarlison failed to agree personal terms with former club Everton, who are understood to have made a £35m offer for the Brazil forward.

As a result, Tottenham have been unable to proceed with the Ndiaye transfer.

In an emotional statement on Instagram on Monday, Richarlison said: "After everything I've been through in the last few years, I've decided that never again will anyone decide my future for me.

"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."

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Manchester City writer Simon Bajkowski from the Manchester Evening News joined BBC Radio Manchester's Mark Crossley and ex-Premier League boss Phil Brown to discuss the arrival of Allan Elias and a remarkable transfer window.

"They last few days of the window will be huge, they're bringing in the winger Allan Elias but they need at least two more," said Bajkowski.

"I think Enzo Fernandez is going to be one of them - I think he'll be Enzo Marseca's man. He's bringing in his general, probably the guy to become one of the captains for City this season.

"But then they need more on top of that, whether that's Ndiaye or Cody Gakpo. It's going to be an eventful few days."

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It's been a busy summer on the blue side of Manchester.

A new boss, £236m spent in the summer window and a steady £286m raised from outgoing players.

Enzo Maresca has introduced six new players to the Etihad this season, with the latest being Allan Elias from Palmeiras.

As City introduce fresh new talent to the Premier League, they see experienced winners leave the club, which remarkably results in a starting XI that some sides would be envious about.

The sold starting XI seen below collated 347 appearances in Pep Guardiola's final season at City in all competitions.

Out of the 11 players, Tijjani Reijnders endured the shortest period at City after he joined the club in June 2025.

Although James Trafford signed with the club in July 2025, he was part of City's academy before permanently joining Burnley for a season.

In fact, Trafford played under Maresca when the Italian was in charge of City's development squad.

Then there's John Stones - the 'Barnsley Beckenbauer' - who proved himself to be one of City's recent greats with his performances over a nine-year period.

The list goes on: Rodri, a Ballon d'Or winner, Bernardo Silva, a workhorse on the pitch and one of Guardiola's most trusted lieutenants.

Some City fans will find some goodbyes easier than others, but for now they are embarking on a new era, with a new team.

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"I will give absolutely everything to make the most of this opportunity," Manchester City's newest signing Allan Elias has said.

The 22-year-old winger has left his boyhood club Palmeiras and penned a five-year deal at Etihad Stadium, becoming the club's sixth summer signing.

Making his first-team debut in January 2025, Allan racked up 96 appearances for the Brazilian top-flight club, scoring nine goals and registering 12 assists.

"This is a surreal moment for me," Allan said. "Manchester City, with everything they have won over the past 15 years, are one of the most attractive clubs in the world for players.

"To be able to sit here and say I have joined them is the proudest moment of my life.

"I love Palmeiras - and I always will - but the decision to come to Manchester City was an easy one. I want to be the best footballer I can be and the conversations I've had convinced me that there isn't a better place to fulfil my ambitions.

"I want to promise the fans that I will give absolutely everything to make the most of this opportunity. Now the hard work begins. I will make the best case possible to the manager that I should be playing.

"My intention is to help this club continue winning trophies. If I can do that, it would be a dream come true."

Director of football Hugo Viana said: "He is a really exciting player. We think he will be a big addition to the squad.

"He has shown throughout his career so far that he will fight to be the best he can be. We watched his progress in Brazil and we saw a player that thrives in the big moments and works hard for the team with a superb attitude."

What transfer business do City still need to do - both in and out - before Tuesday's 23:00 BST deadline? Let us know here

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Enzo Fernandez missed Chelsea's win over Brighton on Sunday and his future is under increasing uncertainty, having been linked with a big-money move to Manchester City.

Enzo Maresca worked with the Argentina midfielder at Chelsea and needs to bolster his ranks following the departures of Rodri, Bernardo Silva, Nico Gonzalez and Tijjani Reijnders this summer.

Any potential move is likely to be a club record deal, surpassing the £116m paid for Elliot Anderson earlier this summer.

City have opened talks with Liverpool about signing attacker Cody Gakpo and the Netherlands international is open to the move.

But Liverpool would only be willing to sanction the transfer if they can bring in one more attacking player, in addition to Bradley Barcola.

Spurs are also interested but City are willing to offer a deal worth about £85m and sources indicate that Etihad Stadium is Gakpo's preferred destination.

Meanwhile, Everton are growing increasingly confident of completing a loan deal to bring Jack Grealish back from Manchester City, although the precise terms of any agreement remain complicated as the England international enters the final year of his contract at the Etihad.

Grealish has prioritised a return to Everton, where he spent last season on loan, over the option of rejoining his boyhood club Aston Villa, who have also expressed an interest.

What do City still need to do - in terms of incomings and outgoings - before the window shuts? Have your say

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Moments after Manchester City had put down their first heavyweight marker of the post-Pep Guardiola era by brushing aside Crystal Palace, Rayan Cherki was asked live on TV how much he enjoyed the game. Rather than providing the usual textbook answer, he instead gave a colourfully uncomplimentary – and unprintable - description of his own first-half performance.

Erling Haaland, standing alongside Cherki as he waited to hand over the player-of-the-match award, could only laugh at the France attacker's sweary honesty.

Indeed, the 23-year-old also refuses to hide his talent, making a nonsense of his self-criticism by unveiling a Selhurst Park masterclass with two brilliant second-half goals in the 4-1 victory.

Cherki made his impact under Guardiola last season, although there was always a feeling the mercurial signing from Lyon for a bargain £30m could produce more. He made 33 Premier League appearances - but 14 of those were as a substitute.

And there is a sense that he already has something to prove under new boss Enzo Maresca amid City's vast attacking resources, coming off the bench to assist the two late goals that gave them victory against Bournemouth on the opening weekend.

Cherki was seen in animated conversation with Maresca after the final whistle, but his reward was a start at Selhurst Park and he delivered the sort of irresistible performance he, as well as City, needed.

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We asked for your thoughts after Friday's Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Manchester City.

Here are some of your comments:

Crystal Palace fans

Jason: We created enough chances to get more from this match, but as usual failed to convert them. The team is behind in terms of coordination and understanding, i.e. playing as a team, due to lack of pre-season and ongoing transfers. It will get better, but I fear it may take a few more matches. We must get something from our next outing to Fulham!

Steve: We lack desire and talent. Some small glimpses on show, but we have an awful lot to do.

Cliff: Disappointing game. We gave the ball away too easily in midfield. Missed chances up front. New players did not impress. We need someone who can score goals.

Neil: Palace need a win to instil confidence, they lack a confident goalscorer. Another key factor is the increasing levels attainment in the league, even in the bottom half. I'm the most worried for years, the lack of investment coupled with an unproven manager. I hope I'm wrong?

Manchester City fans

Arthur: Man City were fantastic, the way they play the ball is brilliant, all the team members played well but Cherki and Haaland goals were brilliant and more signings come. Makes us so proud of you all, played superbly - well done City, you're the best.

Carl: Great performance, bit shaky to start but took control and it could have been six goals if Foden had finished them. It was nice to see him and Cherki play full games. They will only get better.

Harry: Very much a Man City performance. Remnants of Pep ball but with a lot more chaos. Tons of possession and looking a bit open at the back. It's a risky play style but can lead to brilliant match-ups like this. It was an incredibly strong performance away from home, many positives in the shape of Rayan Cherki and Haaland. Bouaddi looked excellent in his cameo, excited to see him and our academy lads going forward.

Brian: True grit and a will to win. Man City fought hard and played an attacking game to test a determined Crystal Palace defence. Man City are back to winning ways and that belief has transformed into success. Yes there will be tougher games but the message has been delivered Man City are back and back in style. The City fans are full of belief and voice.

Man City starting XI:

Gianluigi Donnarumma: Hardly overworked but made a crucial early save from Nketiah as Palace threatened. 6

Abdukodir Khusanov: Showed his versatility at right-back. Lightning pace. 6

Ruben Dias: Rock solid and untroubled. Brushed aside any challenges. 7

Josko Gvardiol: Figured at left-back but was always willing to lend his weight to City's attacking forays. 6

Nico O'Reilly: Elegant and showed lots of classy touches in a role further forward. 7

Elliot Anderson: Always demanding the ball and ready to put his body on the line in the physical exchanges. Settling in. 7

Marc Guehi: Warm welcome on his return to Selhurst Park, playing in central defence as opposed to his previous role in midfield. 6

Phil Foden: Missed a big first-half chance when he should have scored but played a part in Cherki's first goal. Lively at times. 6

Rayan Cherki: Glorious touches and dribbling skills, capped with a touch of genius and arrogance for his goals. 8

Antoine Semenyo: Provided the inviting cross for Haaland's first goal. Always a threat. 7

Erling Haaland: Off the mark with a trademark header and a powerhouse finish. Scored in all six of his Premier League appearances at Selhurst Park. 7

Man City substitutes:

Kovacic (on 75, Gvardiol), McAidoo (on 82 Cherki), Bouaddi (on Anderson 82), Reis (on 89, Khusanov), Braithwaite (on 89, O'Reilly)

Subs not used: Ruli, Ait-Nouri, Echeverri, Lewis.

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Former Crystal Palace striker Clinton Morrison on Sky Sports said: "Rayan Cherki manipulates the ball ever so well. He's always in control, that's the biggest thing.

"Maresca can't change Cherki's game because if you change his game, you won't get the same player. There's not many who can move the ball like he does. He's been outstanding and you can see that he believes in himself.

"I would pay to watch Cherki, he's pure entertainment, he ran the show. Really positive performance from Man City this evening."

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BBC Sport journalist

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Enzo Maresca had warned on the eve of this game: "Crystal Palace away is always complicated."

Yet, apart from one or two moments, this was pretty straightforward for Manchester City once they went 2-0 ahead, with Foden looking the part and ending the night with two assists.

There is a real sense of transition under new boss Maresca following the exits of huge personalities in the shape of Pep Guardiola, Rodri, Bernardo Silva and John Stones.

But so far so good for City, who sent on their new expensive teenage signing Ayyoub Bouaddi in the closing stages.

Will there be more arrivals before the transfer deadline?

City are interested in Everton winger Illiman Ndiaye, 26, while there are reports that Brazilian winger Allan, 22, is also on his way to Etihad Stadium from Palmeiras in a deal worth up to £34.2m.

There is also the possibility of Enzo Fernandez linking up with his former Chelsea boss Maresca in the next few days, while Jack Grealish looks to be on his way out after being left out of this game.

With Erling Haaland up and running and Rayan Cherki registering two goals and two assists in his opening two games of the campaign, City look menacing, with newly promoted Coventry City up next at home on 5 September (15:00 BST).

Remarkably, Haaland now has 24 Premier League goals in just 16 appearances in the month of August. Only former Manchester United striker Andy Cole (25 in 44) has scored more in the same month.

Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca told BBC Sport: "Probably the first five or 10 minutes we saw how difficult it was. It's a difficult pitch and tough opponents.

"After 10 minutes we controlled the game on the ball and off the ball and deserved to win."

On moving Marc Guehi back to defence: "We try to find solutions. Marc was in midfield last week. Today we changed something. it's my job to find the solution."

On Rayan Cherki: "His performance off the ball was unbelievable. Everyone knows his quality but when he works hard off the ball, he was in charge of Wharton - he controlled him. He was very good."

On Erling Haaland: "We know Erling. We know when we make chances it's good for him. We try to create chances for him as much as we can."

On Phil Foden: "In the last 10-15 minutes you can see he was even more happy to play inside behind Erling. That's his position. He's trying to adapt and trying to help when playing winger. His working is good, he's doing very good."

Manchester City midfield Elliot Anderson speaking to Sky Sports: "Yeah, I enjoyed it today. I felt more at home today, it's my third game now and I feel like I'm getting better. There's still more to come."

When asked whether he had butterflies before his debut: "Yeah, of course. I'm always nervous when I go on the pitch but my first outing at the Etihad was pretty special. But it's two wins from two now so I'm pretty happy.

"I'm loving it. It's a bit different to what I've been used to.

"I've got to be a bit more structured, that's what I'm learning - to stay in my position when at Forest I was doing a little bit more."

On Rayan Cherki's solo goal: "I'm just sat back watching. I see this every day since I've joined, him, Phil... they've got so much talent. It's no surprise, to be honest. The talent they have is scary."

Did you know?

• Enzo Maresca is the fifth manager to win both of his first two Premier League games in charge of Manchester City after Brian Horton, Sven-Goran Eriksson, Roberto Mancini and Pep Guardiola - only Chelsea (8) and Spurs (6) have had more different managers win their first two matches in the competition.

• On his 181st league appearance across Europe's big five leagues, Manchester City's Rayan Cherki scored two goals for the very first time.