Story, idols and passions: ten facts about Andy Diouf

Born in Neuilly-sur-Seine on 17 May 2003, Andy Diouf grew up in Nanterre, near Paris. After his time in the youth academy of Garenne-Colombes, he moved to Paris Saint-Germain and then to AC Boulougne-Billancourt in 2015. In 2018, his career progressed with a move to Rennes, where he made his Ligue 1 debut in 2021. In the 2021/22 season, he went on loan to FC Basel where he played 57 games and scored three goals, all of which came in the Conference League, before being bought by Racing Club de Lens in the summer of 2023. He stayed there for two seasons, becoming an important part of the Sang et Or's side.

FOOTBALL, A FAMILY PASSION

Diouf's love for football is a family matter, a passion that was passed down and encouraged by his Father and developed in time thanks also to his two older brothers, Jules and Waly, who are also footballers. Often, Andy would go and watch them play.

HIS ORIGINS

Born in Neuilly-sur-Seine on 17 May 2003, to a Senegalese father and French mother, Andy grew up in Nanterre, near Paris. Other than the place where he spent his childhood, the midfielder holds Senegal close to his heart.

THE OLYMPIC MEDAL

One of the most exciting moments in his career was when he won a silver medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics. It was a special honour because it came in his home city. He started two matches, against New Zealand in the first phase and then against Egypt in the semi-final.

INTER LEGEND

For Andy Diouf, there is one Inter legend who stands out and that is Samuel Eto'o. The former Cameroon international came to Inter in the summer of 2009 and made 102 appearances in two seasons. During this time, he scored 53 goals and won six trophies, becoming an idol in the eyes of fans and writing history which allowed his entry into the Inter Hall of Fame in 2021.

PASSIONS OFF THE FIELD

The grit and determination on the pitch live alongside the passions that the midfielder has outside of football. These include cinema, ping-pong and television series.

GOALS AND MEMORIES

One of the most important goals for Andy was the goal he scored in the Conference League 2022/23 semi-final at Stadio Franchi, against Fiorentina: a left-footed finish from the edge of the area at the end of a spectacular individual piece of work. At the end of the competition, he was conferred the award of Best Young Player of the Conference League 2022/23.

27th FRENCH NERAZZURRO

As the 27th French player in Inter's history, Diouf played in all of the national youth teams, winning a silver medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics, a tournament during which he played two games. The midfielder is currently the fourth French player in the squad alongside Thuram, Pavard and Bonny.

HIS NICKNAME

Andy Alune Diouf is the Inter signing's full name: his nickname comes from his surname, but slightly changed to Dioufy.

A DYNAMIC CAREER

Having grown up with a ball at his feet, Andy has played in different roles since childhood, playing in practically every position on the pitch. Since childhood, he was always adamant that midfield would be his role.

TO THE RHYTHM OF THE MUSIC

Diouf also loves music. One of his favourite artists is the French rapper, Ninho.