Como to build future around sensation with staggering goal-scoring average | OneFootball

Assane Diao has wasted no time proving his credentials at Como, taking Serie A by storm since joining the club in January and scoring with unprecedented consistency.

COMO, ITALY – FEBRUARY 23: Assane Diao of Como 1907 celebrates after scoring their team’s second goal during the Serie A match between Como 1907 and SSC Napoli at Stadio G. Sinigaglia on February 23, 2025 in Como, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Como’s Diao scoring record highlights terrific impact on Serie A

The offensive midfielder’s winner against Napoli was his fifth league goal in eight appearances, meaning the 19-year-old is averaging a goal every 134 minutes in his first experience outside of Spain, the country where he was raised.

Como coach Cesc Fabregas has started Diao in every game since his arrival, being highly rewarded with goals against Milan, Udinese, Juventus, Fiorentina and Napoli.

The youngster was identified through the Lariani’s scouting system, and the club did not hesitate to pay €12 million to Real Betis for a player who is now believed to be worth at least twice their investment.

COMO, ITALY – JANUARY 20: Assane Diao of Como 1907 celebrates after scoring their team’s first goal during the Serie A match between Como 1907 and Udinese Calcio at Stadio G. Sinigaglia on January 20, 2025 in Como, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

With his current Serie A scoring average bettered only by Mateo Retegui, Moise Kean, and Ademola Lookman, Diao is likely to attract interest from several European clubs next summer. However, according to TMW, Como are determined to build their future team around the Spanish sensation.

Cesc Fabregas‘ side stunned the Partenopei to secure their second consecutive Serie A win, moving seven points clear of the relegation zone.