Ipswich City have strengthened their protection with the signing of Issa Diop from Fulham in preparation for his or her return to the Premier League.
Contemporary off serving to Morocco attain the World Cup quarter-finals, Diop arrives at Portman Street on a four-year contract for a reported switch payment of £8.5 million.
The 29-year-old joins with a wealth of Premier League expertise, having made 173 appearances for West Ham and Fulham.
He made 18 appearances for Fulham within the 2025-26 season, however his popularity declined below supervisor Marco Silva, and he agreed to affix Ipswich upon his return to the highest flight.
Diop began 5 of Morocco’s six matches at this summer season’s World Cup, shedding to France within the final eight, however scoring within the spherical of 32 in opposition to the Netherlands.
Diop advised the membership’s web site: “I am excited to take the following step in my profession at Ipswich City.”
“I understand how huge the membership is and all of the conversations we had earlier than shifting had been pleasant. I do know that is the fitting place for me.”
“It has been a busy summer season for me as I characterize Morocco on the World Cup, however I’m proud to be becoming a member of Ipswich City and sit up for seeing everybody once more quickly.”
He is in.
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— Ipswich City (@IpswichTown) July 22, 2026
Diop turns into Ipswich’s sixth addition to the membership this summer season, following Portman Street signings Chuba Akpom, Emerson, Cedric Kipre, Kane van Everen and Abdul Fattau.
Supervisor Gary O’Neill mentioned: “Issa is an skilled participant who has performed within the Premier League for a good portion of his profession so I am delighted to have him with us.”
“He’s a powerful defender with nice high quality and the need to win, making him a terrific addition to the group.
“After enjoying and scoring on the World Cup this summer season, we sit up for having Issa be part of the staff quickly.”
It has additionally been reported that the Tractor Boys have agreed a deal in precept with Celtic ahead Daizen Maeda for £8 million plus £2 million further charges.
Ipswich start their Premier League marketing campaign at residence to Sunderland on August 22, earlier than touring to face Manchester United eight days later.
