Premier League constants plan to replace Man United target with Super Eagles ace
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Everton and Belgiums Amadou Onana || Image credit: Imago

Premier League constants plan to replace Man United target with Super Eagles ace

Faruq Ibrahim 08:21 - 28.06.2024

The possible exit of Amadou Onana opens the door for Super Eagles midfield ace to join the Toffees.

Premier League side Everton are reportedly preparing to move for Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi as they prepare to lose Amadou Onana this summer. 

Onana and his many suitors 

The Belgium international was one of the top-performing defensive midfielders in the Premier League last season, contributing immensely to Everton’s fight against the drop despite a points deduction. 

This has earned the 22-year-old suitors from the Premier League and across Europe. Manchester United are one of the top teams keeping an eye on him as they prepare for Casemiro’s possible exit to the Saudi Pro League. 

His name has also been repeatedly linked with Barcelona, as the Blaugrana are said to fancy his profile; however, their financial situation makes a move unlikely. 

Everton's Amadou Onana (R)
Everton's Amadou Onana (R)

Ndidi seen as ideal replacement 

According to Football Insider, the Toffees are prepared to sell Onana this summer for a sizable fee and plan to replace him with Wilfred Ndidi, who is available on a free transfer. 

The 28-year-old former Genk midfielder was an integral part of Enzo Maresca's team that helped restore Leicester City’s Premier League status, but his contract is set to expire in the coming days and he has rejected an offer for a renewal. 

Despite missing the AFCON, Wilfred Ndidi is no 14 on our 2024 PulseSports30 list
Despite missing the AFCON, Wilfred Ndidi is no 14 on our 2024 PulseSports30 list

Ndidi is a Premier League-experienced player in the position and has once led the league in specific defensive stats for multiple seasons. Everton will, however, contend with other suitors for his signature, one of which is Jose Mourinho’s new club, Fenerbahce.

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