Diop is a youth product of Tours and Chambray FC, before joining the youth academy of Monaco in 2019.[1] He signed his first professional contract with Monaco on 5 August 2022 until 2025.[2] He made his professional debut with Monaco as a substitute in a UEFA Europa League match against Bayer Leverkusen in a 3–2 (5–3) penalty shootout loss on 23 February 2023.[3]
International career
Diop is a youth international for France, having played for the France U19s in 2022.[4]
Personal life
Diop was born in France to a Senegalese father and Moroccan mother.[5] His older brother Sofiane Diop is also a professional footballer.[6]
Playing style
Diop is a modern box-to-box midfielder, he is skilled both offensively and defensively. He is a capable goalscorer, having scored several for the Monaco youth side's and as a youth international.[7]
Career statistics
As of match played 12 May 2024
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition