Aliou Dieng makes immediate impact at Valencia after Al Ahly move

Aliou Dieng has quickly established himself in Spain after leaving Al Ahly for Valencia, earning a place in the starting XI at the beginning of the season.

The Mali international’s representative, Khaled Maghraby, discussed the midfielder’s successful move in an interview with Maghreb-Foot. He praised the co-operation of Al Ahly’s Egyptian officials during negotiations and said Dieng had specifically targeted a move to Europe.

The 28-year-old has already featured in four La Liga matches for Valencia this season. He is under contract with the Spanish club until 2028 and is currently valued at 3 million euros.

Maghraby said Dieng’s swift adaptation to Spanish football was supported by the experience he had gained throughout his career.

The midfielder, who was born in Bamako, had been keen to continue developing at the highest level, and the move to Spain represents a step towards that ambition.

Dieng’s next opportunity to add to his appearances will come when Valencia face FC Sevilla in the sixth round of the Spanish championship.

The match odds listed by 1xbet are 4.10 for a Valencia win, 3.40 for a draw and 1.95 for a Sevilla victory.