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Assane Diao delivered a standout performance in Como’s emphatic 3-0 win over Lecce, earning the highest rating of any player in Serie A over the weekend. The Senegal international struck twice to help secure the victory, continuing a brilliant individual campaign under head coach Cesc Fabregas. Diao’s brace was instrumental in extending Como’s winning streak […]
Assane Diao continued his impressive debut Serie A campaign by opening the scoring for Como in their away fixture against Lecce on Saturday afternoon, marking his seventh goal of the season. The 18-year-old Senegalese striker once again showcased his instinctive finishing ability as he found the net during the first half of Matchday 33, putting […]
Nottingham Forest are preparing a sensational €40 million bid to land Senegalese forward Assane Diao, just months after his breakthrough at Italian club Como. Signed for €12 million during the January transfer window, the 19-year-old has wasted no time making his mark in Serie B. With six goals and one assist in only 14 appearances, […]
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Manchester United’s reported interest in Senegalese teenager Assane Diao has prompted a measured response from Como manager Cesc Fàbregas, who clarified the club’s stance on the 19-year-old amid growing speculation over a potential summer move. Speaking at a recent press conference, Fàbregas addressed the mounting rumours linking Diao with a move to Old Trafford. While […]
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Manchester United have been linked with a possible move for Assane Diao, and Como manager Cesc Fàbregas has acknowledged that such interest may not be entirely speculative. The 19-year-old Senegalese international, who joined Como from Real Betis during the January transfer window, has swiftly made an impact in Serie A. Diao’s rapid adaptation to Italian […]
Assane Diao delivered a standout performance to help Como secure a 3-1 comeback victory over Monza in Serie A on Saturday, ending a month-long spell without a goal or assist. The Senegalese winger was instrumental in turning the match around after his side had fallen behind early. Trailing 1-0, Como responded with intensity, and it […]
Como are determined to retain Assane Diao, their standout winger, amid mounting transfer interest from some of Europe’s top clubs. The Senegal international, who has been pivotal for the Italian side, has caught the attention of major teams including Manchester United, Liverpool, and Newcastle. However, Como are resolute in their efforts to keep him on […]
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Manchester United are closely tracking Assane Diao following his impressive performances in Serie A with Como. The Senegalese international, who made the switch to the Italian club last winter, has quickly established himself as a rising star, drawing interest from some of Europe’s elite teams. Rapid Rise Under Fabregas Since arriving at Como, Diao has […]
Como head coach Cesc Fabregas has expressed his frustration with his team following their 1-1 draw against Empoli, singling out only Assane Diao for praise. Ivory Coast international Christian Kouamé scored for Empoli on Saturday night, securing a crucial point in Serie A. However, the result left Fabregas visibly disappointed, with the Spanish coach openly […]
The Sudan Football Association has filed a formal complaint with FIFA against Senegal, alleging that Assane Diao was ineligible to play in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on March 22, 2025. The dispute revolves around FIFA’s nationality switch regulations, which require a three-year waiting period for players who have previously represented another nation in […]
