Everton remain determined to keep Iliman Ndiaye unless their valuation is met, with Al-Hilal's pursuit of the Senegal international currently at a standstill.
According to Asharq Al-Awsat, the Saudi Pro League side still view Ndiaye as a priority target, but negotiations have slowed after the Toffees refused to lower their financial demands.
Everton standing firm
Al-Hilal have identified Ndiaye as one of their leading attacking targets before the transfer window closes.
However, informed sources claim Everton's asking price has proven too high, leaving the Saudi club unwilling to meet the Premier League side's valuation.
As a result, discussions have stalled while Al-Hilal assess whether a compromise can be reached without exceeding their transfer budget.
January move becoming more likely
The report suggests Al-Hilal could postpone plans to sign a foreign winger until the January transfer window if negotiations remain deadlocked.
Manager Simone Inzaghi is reportedly satisfied with his current attacking options after experimenting with Darwin Núñez on the left wing alongside Crysencio Summerville and Karim Benzema during pre-season.
If Núñez remains at the club, Al-Hilal may decide there is no immediate need to pursue another wide attacker this summer.
Ndiaye focused on Everton
Recent comments from Ndiaye's father also appear to support the idea that the forward is not pushing for a move.
He insisted the Everton winger has no intention of leaving for Saudi Arabia despite the financial rewards on offer.
"He has no intention of going to Saudi Arabia."
"He knows he can earn a lot of money there, but he also thinks his level could drop."
Those remarks suggest Ndiaye remains focused on continuing his career in the Premier League rather than prioritising a lucrative switch abroad.
Key Points
- Al-Hilal remain interested in Everton winger Iliman Ndiaye.
- Negotiations have stalled over Everton's asking price.
- The Saudi club could delay signing a winger until January.
- Simone Inzaghi is pleased with his current attacking options.
- Ndiaye's father insists the Senegal international does not want to move to Saudi Arabia.
What's next?
Al-Hilal will continue monitoring Ndiaye's situation but could postpone any move until the January transfer window if Everton maintain their current valuation. Unless the Toffees soften their stance, the Senegal international looks increasingly likely to remain at Goodison Park this season.
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