Ndiaye's chance for extra rest and recuperation

[Getty Images] Iliman Ndiaye's exit from the World Cup won't have been seen as a disappointment at Everton. While the winger will be gutted after Senegal dropped a two-goal lead to be dumped out of the tournament by Belgium , as far as his club is concerned, it now means he won't be 'in the shop window' for the rest of the summer. There's no denying the 26-year-old is a star among Everton's ranks, but there was frustration after his return from Afcon. Ndiaye missed six Premier League games for the Toffees as he went all the way to the highly controversial final. When he came back, he looked tired and worn out, failing to fire on the pitch alight as he had done earlier in the season. Before Afcon, he was on four goals; after Afcon, he managed just two more, and one was a penalty. I don't imagine his form will have put off any suitors, though, and Everton have previously rejected interest in. Ndiaye is under contract until 2029 so the Toffees aren't forced to sell. They are also in a much more stable place financially under The Friedkin Group and will shut down interest in their best players, as was seen with Jarrad Branthwaite last summer. Senegal flying home from North America will be a relief for David Moyes more because it affords Ndiaye the chance to rest and recuperate. Explore all Everton content on BBC Sounds