Shabab close to signing Senegalese goalkeeper Mory Diaw
Shabab are nearing a deal to sign Senegalese goalkeeper Mory Diaw from Le Havre, with final negotiations underway to complete the transfer.
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AIShabab are close to finalizing a deal for Senegalese goalkeeper Mory Diaw from French club Le Havre, according to the website Footmercato.
The report stated that Shabab’s management has reached an agreement with their counterparts at Le Havre for Diaw’s transfer, with negotiations ongoing to settle the final details before an official announcement.
Diaw, 33, started Le Havre’s opening Ligue 1 match against Monaco on the bench, with Congolese goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi named in the starting lineup.
Impressive season and international experience
Diaw’s move to the Saudi Pro League follows a standout season with Le Havre and his participation with Senegal at the 2026 World Cup, where he stepped in after Al-Ahli’s Edouard Mendy was injured.
Meanwhile, Shabab exited the King’s Cup in the Round of 32 and have collected just one point from their opening two matches in the Roshn Saudi Pro League.