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Defender
I. Diop
Fulham
Born 9 Jan 1997
- No.
- 14
- Age
- 29
Profile
- Position
- Centre-Back
- Club
- Fulham
- Strong foot
- Right
- Key trait
- Towering defensive presence
- Date of birth
- 9 Jan 1997 (age 29)
- Shirt number
- 14
Fast Facts
Style of Play
- Aerial dominance. Diop uses his 1.94m frame to attack crosses, clear danger, and protect the box.
- Physical stopper. He brings strength, reach, and Premier League duel experience to the back line.
- Calm defender. He keeps his game simple, holds position well, and gives Morocco extra size in defence.
Iconic Moments
- 2016 Euro U-19. Won the title with France U-19, scored in the final, and made the Team of the Tournament.
- 2021/22 Europa League. Helped West Ham reach the Europa League semi-finals during a major European run.
- 2026 Morocco Switch. Chose the Atlas Lions and made his Morocco debut after years in the French youth system.
Did You Know?
- Born in Toulouse, France, Diop has a Moroccan mother and Senegalese father.
- He played for France from U16 to U21 before switching to Morocco.
- He became Toulouse captain at just 20, showing leadership early in his career.