Manchester United eye Assane Diao from Como for potential signing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 7:35 PM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Manchester United is reportedly interested in signing Assane Diao, a winger from Como, as the team seeks to bolster its attacking options. The 21-year-old has impressed in six games, scoring three goals and providing an assist. United's interest arises amid concerns over Marcus Rashford's lack of contributions this season, prompting questions about their wing options. Representatives from United have scouted Diao in recent games against Genoa, Parma, and Frosinone. Como is under no pressure to sell, setting a transfer fee of €50–55 million if they decide to part with the player. Should United move quickly, they may secure Diao before other Premier League clubs express stronger interest.
- •United reportedly impressed with Diao's performances this season.
- •Other Premier League clubs including Aston Villa and Liverpool are interested.
- •Diao's potential fee is estimated at €50–55 million.
- •United has scouted Diao in multiple recent matches.
- •Rashford's struggles may prompt a shift in United's attack strategy.
- 7:35 PMYahoo Sports — Assane Diao: Man United learn fee needed to snap up Como’s explosive wide man
"Manchester United’s links to Como winger Assane Diao have resurfaced and are now in full swing.Heading into last summer, the 21-year-old was among the wingers with whom the Red Devils were linked.At...
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