Oumar Diouf responds to rumors of his departure from his team! | OneFootball

The Senegalese man denies all the rumors.

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In the competitive landscape of Belgian football, Oumar Diouf is quickly establishing himself as a player to watch. Since his arrival at RFC Liège in the summer of 2025, the Senegalese international has been in electrifying form, contributing 7 goals and 3 assists in just 15 second-division matches. This prolific start has not gone unnoticed, with several clubs expressing interest. According to exclusive reports from Africafoot, Sint-Truiden has already tabled an offer for the Dakar-born striker, though it is understood to fall short of the valuation set by his current club.

Diouf's footballing education began at Kalèle FC in Ziguinchor before he honed his skills at the esteemed Académie Darou Salam, a renowned talent incubator. His explosive pace, versatility, and intelligent positioning were evident early on, qualities highlighted by his former coaches. Malick Daff, who coached Senegal's U17 and U20 national teams, shared his insight on the player's development: "Oumar is a powerful striker, capable of playing as a central forward or on the wings. His work ethic and determination set him apart."

Reflecting on his adaptation to European football, Diouf offered a measured and self-aware assessment of his promising debut season in Belgium. He told Africafoot: "For the start of my season, I can say it's going well, even though I know I can do better. A lot of things have changed in my game: my confidence, my movement off the ball, and being in the right place at the right moment. Compared to last year, when I was in Cyprus, the Belgian championship is very different."

He credits his rapid adaptation to the environment at RFC Liège, emphasizing the role of the club's faith in him: "I wouldn't necessarily talk about 'key elements,' but rather about the confidence given to me by the coach and the entire staff. This comes with a responsibility: to give everything on the pitch. I work a lot on my finishing in front of goal, as well as on my movement and making runs."

Amid growing transfer speculation, the young forward maintains a strikingly focused and composed outlook. When asked about a potential move, he stated: "For the moment, I haven't been told anything regarding a transfer. That's my agent's work, he manages that. For my part, I'm focused on this first part of the season, and for the rest, I leave it to God."

Despite the swirling rumors of interest from bigger clubs, Diouf remains grounded. He concluded with a mature perspective on his future: "I have heard the rumors about clubs courting me, but I have welcomed them calmly and without pressure. Of course, I have personal ambitions, like every football player: to reach new levels and to progress every day." This blend of talent, hard work, and level-headedness suggests that whether his immediate future lies with RFC Liège or elsewhere, Oumar Diouf's trajectory is firmly on the rise.