Senegal star El Hadji Malick Diouf emerges as most creative left-back in Premier League

Senegal international El Hadji Malick Diouf is making a strong statement in his debut Premier League season, emerging as the most creative left-back in the division.

The 21-year-old joined West Ham United from Slavia Prague in the summer of 2025 and has quickly adapted to the demands of English football.

While it has been a challenging campaign collectively for the Hammers, Diouf has stood out with consistently impressive performances on the flank.

In 21 appearances in the Premier League, the Lion of Teranga has registered four assists, more than any other left-back in the competition this season. No player in his position has matched that tally, highlighting his attacking influence and growing importance to the team.

For a player in his first season in England’s top flight, Diouf’s output underlines both his quality and potential, offering West Ham a bright spark in an otherwise difficult campaign.

The enterprising defender recently helped the Senegal national team to annex their second Africa Cup of Nations title in Morocco, where the team defeated the host country narrowly after extra-time.