Real Betis 
Hoffenheim 
CONFIRMED: Assane Diao signs for Como.
Como beats Hoffenheim to sign Assane Diao. Real Betis accepts their €12M offer for the striker, ending the rumour of Assane Diao moving to Hoffenheim.
CONFIRMED: Assane Diao signs for Como
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Rumour report
(Latest update: )Hoffenheim's pursuit of Assane Diao reaches new heights. Numerous reports indicating a 83% probability of the striker making the switch to his potential new club. Here is why.
- Hoffenheim has often bought players who are approximately the same age as the current age of Assane Diao (21).
- Hoffenheim has often bought players whose potential (FT Skill) is comparable to the potential of Assane Diao.
- Assane Diao is in a favorable situation regarding potential playing time, as there are only a limited number of direct competitors for his position within the current Hoffenheim squad. This significantly increases his chances to prove himself and become a key player on the field.
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Comparable age to previously attracted players
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Comparable potential to previously attracted players
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Few direct competitors for position (Alexander Prass)
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Missing star player in position on team
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Few better competitors for position (Adam Hlozek, Alexander Prass)
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Missing potential star player in position
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Comparable value to previously attracted players
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Comparable quality to previously attracted players
Cons
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Some potentially better competitors for position (Adam Hlozek, Alexander Prass)
Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) on X
🔵🆕 Total agreement between TSG Hoffenheim and Betis Sevilla about a permanent deal of Assane #Diao ✔️ No agreement on personal terms with the player‘s side at this stage. Negotiations ongoing. Hoffenheim, pushing to sign the talented 18 y/o versatile striker. @SkySportDE 🇪🇸
Alternatives of Hoffenheim
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|
|
75.5
80.2
|
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia |
 PSG
|
€101.4M |
|
75.4
80.4
|
Jacob Ramsey |
 Newcastle
|
€44M |
|
74.6
82.3
|
Johan Bakayoko |
 RB Leipzig
|
€25.3M |
|
73.8
79.5
|
Nico Williams |
 Athletic
|
€67.3M |
|
73.5
87.7
|
Jesús Rodríguez |
 Como
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€37.3M |
|
73.5
79.9
|
Ansu Fati |
 Monaco
|
€19.3M |
|
72.1
72.1
|
David Neres |
 Napoli
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€19.4M |
|
72.1
78.0
|
Luis Henrique |
 Inter
|
€23.1M |
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Assane Diao
F (L), M (RL)
Skill: 71.7
Pot: 82.1
Team
Como
Como
Contracted Until
30 Jun 29
ETV
€30.4M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€27.4M – €33.5M
Who is Assane Diao?
Assane Diao (SEN) is a a wide playmaker and currently plays for Como. Assane Diao is 21 years old (2005/09/07). His preferred foot is Right. Assane Diao has also been used as a classic winger.
Assane Diao's current transfer value is between €27.4M and €33.5M. His last transfer was from Real Betis to Como in 2025. Como paid Real Betis €12M for Assane Diao.
Assane Diao latest transfers and transfer rumours, season statistics and career statistics are available on FootballTransfers.
