Iliman Ndiaye expressed his excitement about joining Manchester City, stating, "you don't say no" when the club comes calling. The 26-year-old forward made a significant £60m move from Everton to City on transfer deadline day and made an immediate impact by starting in the team’s 1-0 Premier League victory over Coventry.

Initially, it seemed that Ndiaye would be heading to Tottenham, who had reached an agreement with Everton. However, the transfer fell through due to Tottenham’s inability to sell Richarlison. Reflecting on the situation, Ndiaye remarked, "There was no stress or panicking. I always say whatever comes, comes. God decides your future - it is already written."

He added, "I was just being patient and when City came through I was buzzing. It was always going to be City. I wanted Champions League and playing at one of the best teams in the world. I am not saying Tottenham is not, but when Manchester City comes through you don't say no."

During his time at Everton, despite the team finishing in the bottom half of the table, Ndiaye became a fan favorite, showcasing his skills and netting 17 goals. He emphasized the importance of playing at a Champions League level, stating, "If I had to leave Everton it would be somewhere where I know I would be playing Champions League."

Overall, it has been a rewarding week for Ndiaye, culminating in a successful debut with a win.