Official – Inter Milan Sign Midfielder Andy Diouf From Lens | OneFootball

Inter Milan have completed a deal to sign midfielder Andy Diouf from Lens.

The Nerazzurri have confirmed the France Under-21 international’s arrival in an official announcement. Diouf has signed a five-year contract until the end of June 2030.

Inter Milan have been working to sign a midfielder in the final couple weeks of the transfer window.

The Nerazzurri had made an offer for Roma’s Manu Kone last week. Meanwhile, they have also targeted other midfielders such as Morten Frendrup and Mandela Keita.

However, in a whirlwind pursuit Inter have wrapped up a deal for Lens midfielder Andy Diouf.

Inter Sign Midfielder Andy Diouf From Lens

LYON, FRANCE – AUGUST 05: Andy Diouf #20 of Team France inspects the pitch prior to the Men’s semifinal match between France and Egypt during the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Stade de Lyon on August 05, 2024 in Lyon, France. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images)

Inter did not take long to reach an agreement with Lens. Furthermore, they also agreed terms with the player, reportedly hijacking an agreement he had with Napoli.

The Nerazzurri do not announce the transfer fee. However, they will reportedly pay a fee of €20 million to Lens for the Frenchman.

Furthermore, there will be an additional €5 million in add-ons in the deal according to widespread reports.

Diouf has quickly undergone his medicals and signed his deal in whirlwind fashion to complete the move ahead of the start of the season.

The 22-year-old has signed a five-year deal with Inter taking him until the end of June 2030.

Diouf leaves Lens after two seasons at the club. He joined from Basel in the summer of 2023.

Diouf has made 67 appearances for the Ligue 1 club, scoring two goals in the process.

Meanwhile, Diouf has also appeared for France at various youth team levels, including ten caps for the Under-21 teams. However, he has never received a call-up for Les Bleus’ senior team.