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El Hadji Malick Diouf Transfer

Started Last Movement

El Hadji Malick Diouf has completed a permanent transfer from West Ham to Brentford. The 21-year-old Senegal international leaves after 36 appearances for the Hammers, having joined from Slavia Prague in summer 2025.

No-Guff Summary

  • Move complete: Diouf has left West Ham for Brentford on a permanent transfer.
  • West Ham record: The 21-year-old made 36 appearances after joining from Slavia Prague in summer 2025.
Development

Insider disputes Manchester United interest in Diouf

Manchester United’s reported interest in El Hadji Malick Diouf has been challenged by an insider account.

The Peoples Person quotes Sully saying reports that United want the West Ham left-back are wide of the mark. The outlet says United are instead focused on Newcastle’s Lewis Hall.

This is not an official Manchester United denial, but it directly conflicts with the earlier interest reports. No contact, talks or bid for Diouf is reported.

Sources

  • The Peoples Person (opens in a new tab) — Reports that Manchester United are not currently pursuing West Ham’s El Hadji Malick Diouf, while claiming the club has opened talks over teammate Mateus Fernandes.
  • Nad / UtdNadd (opens in a new tab) — Shares the claim that Manchester United have held talks with West Ham regarding Mateus Fernandes and rejects current reports of interest in Diouf.
  • Sully (opens in a new tab) — Argues that reports of Manchester United interest in El Hadji Malick Diouf are wide of the mark and discusses reported talks over Mateus Fernandes.