Monday’s Everton News: Ndiaye latest, Johnston pricetag, United forward linked, Iroegbunam approach

BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - APRIL 11: Jarrad Branthwaite of Everton FC reacts during the Premier League match between Brentford and Everton at Gtech Community Stadium on April 11, 2026 in Brentford, England. (Photo by Sebastian Frej/MB Media/Getty Images) | Getty Images Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours

class="wp-block-paragraph">Christian Norgaard joining Everton from Arsenal looks all but complete. [RBM]

🚨 EXCL: Everton reach agreement in principle with Arsenal to sign Christian Norgaard. Still needs formalising but 32yo midfielder set to join #EFC from #AFC for in region of £7m & expected to undergo medical next week ahead of proposed move @TheAthleticFChttps://t.co/9z42C68fyT

— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) August 1, 2026The Toffees are also close to an agreement with Celtic for right back Alistair Johnston, with the price tag set at about £15m in total. [Record Sport]

class="wp-block-paragraph">Blues defeat Hamburg 2-1 in their fourth preseason friendly. [RBM]

class="wp-block-paragraph">Earlier, Everton Women had prevailed 1-0 against their German hosts. [Everton]

class="wp-block-paragraph">More news from the Iliman Ndiaye front with Saudi side Al-Hilal still hot in pursuit of the Everton winger.

🚨#Everton Al‑Hilal are ready to meet Everton’s valuation of around £75M for Iliman Ndiaye and could offer a significantly higher salary.

📌 With Al‑Hilal entering the race, Everton no longer need to lower their demands or consider Manchester United’s structured offer. https://t.co/LhzeRpLAVDpic.twitter.com/1YvjxrAQdg

— Ekrem KONUR (@Ekremkonur) August 2, 2026Rumours continue to swirl around Turkish winger Baris Yilmaz. [GiveMeSport]

class="wp-block-paragraph">Everton may look to bolster their attack with 20-year-old Ethan Wheatley.

🚨🔵⚪️ EXCL: Everton are interested in Man United talented striker Ethan Wheatley.#EFC preparing a proposal to make formal approach with Man United soon for the 20 year old forward. pic.twitter.com/wJ8upfY8DV

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 1, 2026Newly-promoted Hull City have enquired about midfielder Tim Iroegbunam.

Understand Hull City have made an approach to Everton for midfielder Tim Iroegbunam over a potential permanent deal or a loan deal with an obligation to buy. Several other clubs are also interested in the former Aston Villa man. #hcafc#EFCpic.twitter.com/c5l0OnGMHy

— Pete O'Rourke (@SportsPeteO) August 2, 2026What to WatchNot too much action on today.

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