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title: "Everton interested in Ndiaye – but would it be a smart signing?"
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author: "Charlie Smith"
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published: "2019-07-03T13:07:44Z"
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# Everton interested in Ndiaye – but would it be a smart signing?

Everton are reportedly interested in Stoke City’s Badou Ndiaye – but would the Senegalese midfielder be a smart signing?

According to [Turkish outlet Fanatik, cited by Sports Witness](https://sportwitness.co.uk/everton-want-sign-idrissa-gueyes-international-teammate-partner-together/), the Toffees are keen on a move for the 28-year-old, who spent the previous season on loan with Galatasaray.

![Gareth Copley/Getty Images Sport](https://media.readeverton.com/readeverton/2019/07/954917178.jpg)

The Turkish giants are thought to be interested in bringing the player back this summer, with Ligue 1 outfit Lille also keen on the Senegal international.

Ndiaye could well play alongside fellow countryman Idrissa Gueye if a move is completed, however, the midfielder could be seen as a replacement for Gueye, who is expected to be of interest to Paris Saint-Germain once more this summer.

The pair have similar qualities, so if Gueye does depart, a move for Ndiaye would be a sensible one.

Ndiaye has previous Premier League experience with the Potters and has similar qualities to Gueye, with the pair both known for their energetic play and tough-tackling approach.

The midfielder is currently under contract at Stoke until 2022, so the Toffees may well have to place a hefty bid to tempt the Potters into selling the experienced international.