Aliou Dieng

Aliou Dieng was born on October 16, 1997, in Bamako, Mali 🇲🇱. He stands at about 1.85 m and plays as a defensive midfielder, often acting as the backbone of his team in both defense and build-up play.

He began his career at Djoliba AC in Mali before moving to MC Alger in Algeria in 2018. His performances in Algeria helped him gain recognition thanks to his defensive mindset and accurate passing. In 2019, he signed with Al Ahly SC in Egypt on a multi-year deal, becoming a key figure in the squad.

At Al Ahly, Dieng has featured in numerous matches and contributed significantly to the team's success, winning domestic titles as well as continental trophies 🏆. In the 2024‑2025 season, he was loaned to Al‑Kholood in Saudi Arabia, where he played around 30 games and scored 3 goals.

Internationally, Dieng has represented Mali at youth levels and the senior national team, taking part in major competitions such as the Africa Cup of Nations. He is praised for his work rate, game intelligence, and ability to break up opposition play.

From a contract perspective, Al Ahly strongly values him: the club rejected a bid from a Saudi club for his transfer, demonstrating his importance. There are also reports that his contract situation may lead to a possible exit in upcoming transfer windows, but as of now, he remains a core midfielder for Al Ahly.