Fulham has rejected an official approach from Como for centre-back Issa Diop. The 29-year-old's impressive performances at the World Cup have attracted interest from other clubs, but Fulham considers him a priority for next season.

What happened?

Issa Diop struggled with injuries in the second half of 2025 and lost his place at Fulham this year, finishing the season with 1,264 minutes from 13 matches. His restricted game time with Fulham didn’t impact his place on the national team for the World Cup, where he played every minute in three matches, apart from the clash against Haiti.

Why it matters for Fulham

Fulham's decision to retain Diop comes as the team is yet to appoint a new manager, with Álvaro Arbeloa likely to replace Marco Silva. The club's stance on Diop will only change if there’s an exceptional offer. Fulham is currently 11th in the Premier League with 52 points, having won their last two games, including a 2-0 victory over Newcastle on 2026-05-24.

What comes next?

Issa Diop has less than a year left on his contract, and his value, as per Transfermarkt, is €8m. Fulham may offer him a new contract to avoid losing the player for free in 2027. The renewal could be a logical step, especially if the defender were to continue in London next season, with Fulham looking to build on their recent form, having scored 47 goals and conceded 51 this season, with a goal difference of -4.