Andy Diouf will remain at Inter Milan in January because UEFA regulations prevent any move midway through the season.
The midfielder started the campaign with RC Lens before completing a €20 million transfer to Inter, which makes any further switch impossible under the rule that forbids players from appearing for three clubs in one season.
Diouf has struggled for minutes since his arrival in Italy and recorded only 31 minutes of action so far.
His limited involvement triggered speculation about a possible departure during the winter window, but club and regulatory conditions rule out any chance of a move.
The French-Senegalese midfielder, who holds a contract with Inter Milan until June 2030, currently carries a market value of €18 million on Transfermarkt.
He now prepares to compete for opportunities in Simone Inzaghi’s squad as the season continues.
The 21-year-old featured among the highest-profile African signings in Serie A last summer, joining a list of major transfers involving players from the continent.
His situation now centres on finding game time in Milan rather than exploring a new destination.
