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Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has a wealth of attacking options at his disposal as his side prepares for a crucial World Cup qualifier against Sudan. Despite missing key forwards Iliman Ndiaye and Nicolas Jackson, the trio of Sadio Mané, Ismaïla Sarr, and Boulaye Dia offer a formidable frontline. Adding to the excitement is the […]
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has expressed his disappointment following Assane Diao’s decision to represent Senegal at the international level instead of La Roja. The highly rated forward, who was seen as a future asset for Spain, opted to play for his country of origin, ending speculation over his national allegiance. De la […]
Assane Diao has officially committed to representing Senegal at the international level, rejecting the possibility of playing for Spain. The 19-year-old winger has been named in Senegal’s 26-man squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Breakthrough Season in Italy Diao has been in impressive form since joining Serie A side Como in January 2025, […]
Assane Diao, the talented young striker for Como, finds himself at a crossroads regarding his international future. Born in Senegal but having spent much of his life in Spain, the 19-year-old must choose between representing the Teranga Lions or La Roja at the senior level. His father, Moussa Diao, recently addressed the issue in an […]
Fast-rising teenager Assane Diao has a difficult decision to make in the March international break. The Italy-based forward who plays for Serie A side Como has been contacted by both Senegal and Spain to play for the senior national teams of the two countries. Assane Diao, 19, is now torn between choosing the Teranga Lions […]
Italy-based teenager Assane Diao has received his debut call-up to the senior national team of Senegal. The Teranga Lions will return to action this month to continue with the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They will take on Sudan and Togo in two important games in Group B. According to Como manager Cesc […]
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Como sporting director Carlalberto Ludi has revealed the intricate process behind the club’s acquisition of Senegalese winger Assane Diao from Real Betis. Diao’s move to the Serie A club, which cost €11 million plus a 20% resale clause, was the result of months of meticulous scouting and negotiations. Speaking to Calciomercato, Ludi shed light on […]
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Liverpool are considering Assane Diao as a possible replacement for Mohamed Salah, whose future at the club remains uncertain. With Salah’s contract set to expire in June and no renewal talks currently underway, the Reds are exploring options to fill the void the Egyptian forward could leave behind. According to reports from CaughtOffside, Liverpool are […]
Spanish youngster of Senegalese heritage, Assane Diao has explained the reason for his move to Serie A side, Como. The promising winger joined Como from La Liga side Real Betis in a deal worth €12m in January. The offensive midfielder has been impressive straight away, scoring his debut goal for the club in his second […]
Assane Diao’s rise in Serie A has intensified the battle for his international allegiance, with Senegal securing the 19-year-old’s commitment while Spain scrambles to reverse his decision. The Como forward, who has impressed since his move from Real Betis, is set to be included in Senegal’s squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers. Rapid Rise […]
