Overview

• Inter announced the permanent signing of Andy Diouf from Lens, with Italian reports citing a €20 million fee plus €5 million in bonuses and a five-year contract worth about €2 million per season.
• In his first remarks to the club’s channel, Diouf said he is proud to be an Interista, looks forward to playing at San Siro, and will take the time needed to adapt to the team’s style.
• Diouf arrives as a left-footed, athletic ball-carrying midfielder listed at 187 cm and 85 kg who can operate as a mezzala or in a two-man midfield.
• His career path includes youth spells at PSG and Rennes, a breakout loan at Basel with a Conference League semifinal goal against Fiorentina and the competition’s 2022-23 best young player award, and two seasons at Lens with Champions League minutes.
• He is set to integrate under coach Cristian Chivu, with his competitive debut for Inter pending.