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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 […]
Assane Diao is quickly making a name for himself in Serie A, emerging as one of the most promising young talents in Italian football. The 19-year-old Senegalese forward has been a revelation for Como, delivering impressive performances that have attracted the attention of European clubs. Early life and football beginnings Born in Ndangane, Senegal, Diao’s […]
Como secured a crucial victory over Napoli on Sunday, with young Senegalese forward Assane Diao scoring a late winner to seal a 2-1 triumph in Serie A. The result marks a significant moment for Cesc Fàbregas’ side, who continue their climb away from the relegation zone. A hard-fought win for Como In a fiercely contested […]
Senegal national team coach Pape Bouna Thiaw is intensifying efforts to secure the services of rising star Assane Diao as the Lions prepare for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers and the 2025 AFCON. Thiaw recently traveled to Italy to meet the 19-year-old striker, aiming to convince the Serie A sensation to commit his international future […]
Senegalese forward Assane Diao continues to impress at Como, scoring his fourth goal of the season since joining the Italian club last month. The 19-year-old, who arrived from Real Betis during the winter transfer window, has quickly adapted to life under head coach Cesc Fàbregas. On Sunday, he found the net once again, opening the […]
Senegalese attacker, Assane Diao has shared his delight after completing his transfer to Italian Serie A side, Como 1907. The talented teenager completed a move to the Serie A outfit in a move from Real Betis on Tuesday, January 7. “Como 1907 is delighted to announce the signing of Assane Diao from Real Betis. The […]
