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Valencia sign Mali international Aliou Dieng on free transfer

Defensive midfielder Aliou Dieng joins Valencia from Al Ahly on a free transfer for up to three seasons, becoming the club's second signing for next season.

Mar 31st 2026 · Spain

Insights

  • Aliou Dieng, 28, has signed for Valencia on a free transfer with a contract of up to three seasons.
  • Dieng is an established Mali international who has not played in Europe before.
  • He began at Djoliba, moved to MC Alger, joined Al Ahly in 2019 and spent a season on loan at Al-Kholood.
  • Dieng has won domestic titles and helped Al Ahly win the CAF Champions League four times.
  • Valencia studied the move in the winter window but completed the signing now, making Dieng their second addition after Justin de Haas.