Iliman Ndiaye is off to AFCON with Senegal. In what is a huge but expected blow for the toffees. Whilst Everton have the likes of Jack Grealish, Thierno Barry who’s off the mark, and Tyler Dibling, Ndiaye is a huge miss. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall out injured doesn't help either.
The forward has shown that he is not just effective on the pitch but is one of the most enjoyable players to watch in Europe. His stocky body type partnered with his agility and dribbling capabilities has created a neon impossible to stop forward player. He's a player who really could make the difference for Senegal.
On the ball he is majestic. Being a fantastic pressure reliever for Everton. Moreover, he is a chance creator, a finisher, but a crowd pleaser additionally. The Borehamwood academy graduate has a unique ability to change direction quickly and to inflict havoc on his defensive opposition.
We are talking about a star-studded lineup for Senegal. One which has current Al Nassr forward and Premier League legend Sadio Mane. Newly signed Nicolas Jackson, now of Bayern Munich and Crystal Palace’s Ismaila Sarr.
In Jackson you’ve got an outlet. A player who can run the channels, linkup play and score goals. Spurs Sarr provides another dynamic. Being an outlet who stretches defences with his blistering pace and running intelligence.
In Sadio Mane and Ndiaye, you’ve got forward players who are creative, can control the speed of the game, can create that deadly action and have that creative role in the team, whilst having the ability to create that moment of magic.
Ndiaye is a player who can unlock a defence with one pass, one run and can open up a game with one goal. Played as a free roaming wide player, Iliman is the form man who could make the difference in Morocco. Senegal offensively are a frightening prospect.
