Aliou Dieng nears Mestalla: key factors in his potential signing | OneFootball

Valencia CF has shifted into a higher gear in the transfer market to strengthen its midfield.

The Mestalla club has tightened its focus on Aliou Dieng, the Malian international midfielder, who has become the absolute priority for Carlos Corberán’s system after ruling out other, more expensive options.

Al Ahly SC of Egypt, the club that owns his rights, has changed its initial stance. Although at first they were reluctant to let their star go, the Egyptian board is now open to negotiating the transfer.

However, they have set one condition: final talks will resume after their commitment in the CAF Champions League against Young Africans.

A financially viable operation

The deal stands out for being economically viable for the club’s coffers. With a contract expiring in June, Valencia’s offer would be around 500,000 euros, a very competitive figure considering the player’s market value is significantly higher. The player himself has already given the green light to his move to the Spanish league.

This signing aims to provide the team with the physical profile so highly sought by the coaching staff. Given the difficulties in signing Guido Rodríguez, Dieng emerges as the ideal solution to balance a midfield that needs stamina and defensive presence for the decisive stretch of the season.

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