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Brentford and West Ham near agreement on El Hadji Malick Diouf transfer

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Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Brentford and West Ham near agreement on El Hadji Malick Diouf transfer

Summary

Brentford and West Ham United are close to finalizing a deal for El Hadji Malick Diouf, according to Foot Mercato. The transfer is expected to be completed within the next few days, pending some minor details. Diouf, a 21-year-old Senegal international, has a market value of €28 million and helped West Ham after joining from Slavia Prague last year. His performance included 32 starts and five assists last season, and he has 23 caps for the national team, participating in recent major tournaments.

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Key Details

•Diouf, 21, has been a key player for West Ham since joining last year.
•The agreement is expected to be finalized within the next few days.
•West Ham is looking to capitalize on Diouf's market value amid financial constraints.
•Diouf has represented Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations and World Cup.
•His transfer value is estimated at €28 million.

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Brentford and West Ham United are reportedly close to reaching an agreement over the transfer of El Hadji Malick Diouf (21), according to reports from the French media outlet Foot Mercato. Whilst ther...
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