Inter`s New Face: An In-depth Analysis of the Promising 2003-Born Midfielder and His Numbers in Major Competitions.
Acquired from Lens for approximately 20 million euros plus 5 million in bonuses, Andy Diouf currently represents the surprising move of Inter`s summer transfer window. The young 2003-born talent, also pursued by Napoli this summer, comes from a particularly active last season in Ligue 1 where he played 34 out of 34 matches, scoring one goal and providing two assists. But what kind of player is the Frenchman? Diouf himself described his style in his first official statements to the Nerazzurri club: “I have personality. I like to play with the ball at my feet, showcase my refined technical skills, and demonstrate what I can do with the ball.” Chivu`s tactical setup thus gains a crucial piece, combining physicality and quality, perfectly matching the characteristics requested by the coach for his midfield. Fantasy football managers take note: Diouf has the potential to be a protagonist in the new Inter team.
MARSEILLE, FRANCE – July 30: Andy Diouf #20 of Team France during the Men`s Group A match between New Zealand and France during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at Stade de Marseille on July 30, 2024.
VIDEO: Diouf`s arrival in Milan for Inter
DETAILED STATISTICS AND NUMBERS
Andy Diouf (in major competitions)
| Competition | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ligue 1 | 66 | 2 | 2 |
| Super League | 34 | – | 3 |
| Champions League | 2 | – | – |
| Europa League | 2 | – | – |
| Conference League | 14 | 3 | 2 |
Is he a recommended buy for Fantasy Football?
Diouf is a versatile box-to-box midfielder, capable of playing both in front of the defense and as a mezzala (attacking midfielder). Endowed with significant physicality and speed, he can quickly transition play from defense to attack with bursts and runs into the box. His tactical flexibility allows Chivu to deploy him in either a 3-4-2-1 or a 3-5-2 formation. While his numbers are not spectacular (2 goals and 2 assists in 66 Ligue 1 matches), his strong offensive inclination suggests potential growth in goal contributions—an aspect the Romanian coach will need to develop. Valued at 25 credits in Gazzetta`s Fantasy Championship, the former Lens player seems to have all the qualities to quickly earn the trust of fantasy football managers. In the auction, spending up to 2-3% of your budget to acquire him could prove to be a smart move.
