MOUCTAR DIAKHABY NEWS

Back on training pitch Diakhaby (hamstring) was spotted running on the training pitch on Monday, according to the club.

Impact Diakhaby is progressing well in his recovery from a hamstring injury since he was spotted running on the training pitch on Monday. The defender is still expected to return in December which leaves space for Copete to take on a larger role.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Out until December Diakhaby (hamstring) is expected to be out until December, Valencia announced.

Impact Diakhaby originally was thought to be out until early November, but additional tests have revealed he will be out at least a month longer. That puts his return somewhere in December, and potentially even in the new year. Copete should take on more minutes with Diakhaby sidelined.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hamstring injury Diakhaby suffered a hamstring injury during the first half of Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Girona and will be sidelined for the time being to recover, the club announced.

Impact Diakhaby will undergo medical, physiotherapy, and readaptation treatment for the hamstring injury he sustained in the first half of Saturday's clash against the Catalans. This is a major blow for Valencia as the center-back has been an undisputed starter in the backline, and his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Copete a possible replacement while he remains sidelined.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Injured Saturday Diakhaby was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Girona.

Impact Diakhaby left the match after just six minutes succumbing to injury and being replaced by Copete. The extent of Diakhaby's injury should be determined following the international break.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Opens scoring vs. Getafe Diakhaby scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Friday's 3-0 win versus Getafe. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 84th minute.

Impact Diakhaby broke the deadlock for Valencia with a thunderous header from close range following a corner delivery from Luis Rioja. The Frenchman looks completely recovered from the injury issues that kept him sidelined for the majority of the previous two seasons, and he should be a regular starter at the back for Valencia if he stays healthy.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Valencia halts Getafe's super start in La Liga

Getafe's super start to La Liga has come to a halt after a 3-0 loss at Valencia

AUGUST 29 • Associated Press

Quiet in loss Diakhaby generated one shot (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat to Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Diakhaby failed to get much done on either side of the ball during Wednesday's loss. He took a speculative shot going forward and failed to stem the tide of the Alaves attack. It was a day to forget for Diakhaby, who should see chances to redeem himself in the final two matches of the campaign.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Scores header in victory Diakhaby scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Real Madrid.

Impact Diakhaby rose above the pack during a corner in the first half to head home the opening goal of the match in Valencia's 2-1 victory versus Real Madrid. The defender contributed seven clearances two blocks and one interception to the team's defensive effort. In easing Diakhaby back into fitness after a significant knee injury, Valencia has opted to limit his workload. Over their last four La Liga fixtures, Diakhaby has alternated abbreviated substitute appearances between two 90-minute shifts.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona can't fully capitalize on shock Real Madrid loss with Vinícius missed penalty

Vinícius Júnior has missed a penalty and Real Madrid has conceded an injury-time goal in a stunning 2-1 home loss to Valencia in La Liga

APRIL 5 • Associated Press

Scores key goal Diakhaby was subbed off due to injury in the 58th minute of Sunday's 2-0 victory against Leganes. He scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created bef...

Impact It was a good match for Diakhaby to score his first goal for Valencia, as the home side went on to win 2-0. In 58 minutes played, the center back scored one goal from three shots (one on target, two off), created one chance, and was solid defensively, winning four of his five duels. The goal was not only his first of the La Liga campaign, but his first since suffering a terrible knee injury nearly one year ago. Valencia will hope he can build off this moment this Saturday against Villarreal.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Returns vs. Barcelona Diakhaby (knee) played seven minutes off the bench in Sunday's 7-1 loss to FC Barcelona.

Impact The defender finally returned to the pitch after a lengthy absence due to a career-threatening knee injury. He's not likely to earn a starting role any time soon due to his lack of match fitness, but his return certainly gives Valencia another reliable option at center-back.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Training but not ready yet Diakhaby (knee) is training with the group but is not ready to play yet, manager Carlos Corberan told media during Thursday's pre-match press conference. "There are no updates rega...

Impact Diakhaby has yet to play this season after recovering from a serious knee injury that nearly ended his career. The defender is trending in the right direction, though, so he might have a shot to return in any of the upcoming matches in January.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Working with ball Diakhaby (knee) was shown training with a ball, according to his club.

Impact Diakhaby continues to make progress in his return to play, with the defender now having trained with a ball after being on grass for around the past month. This is positive news for him, although he needs more time, likely still missing out until December. That said, expect him to make his season debut before the new year.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps up with work on grass Diakhaby (knee) has been running and doing dynamic work on the grass in his recovery from surgery,

Impact Diakhaby has been working on his come back to the pitch after undergoing two knee surgery earlier in the year. He is still a few weeks away, as the defender will aim for a return in November, the earliest. Diakhaby made 12 starts in 14 appearances in 2023/24, scoring a goal with 60 clearances.

OCTOBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for another operation Diakhaby (knee) is set to receive another operation on his knee after undergoing surgery around a month and a half ago, as doctor Pedro Lopez Mateu told reporters, "At six weeks (w...

Impact Diakhaby was back in Valencia at the start of the month to see his team and meet with doctors following the initial surgery on his knee in early March, viewed in a knee brace and on crutches. However, he was not starting his rehabilitation and instead is set for another surgery, undergoing an arthroscopy, hoping to release some of the strain and pain in the affected region to further progress in his recovery and make his return to play easier. This pretty much confirms the defender's absence for the rest of the season, as he will now hope to be ready for the start of the next campaign, looking to have a successful second surgery and be working on his rehabilitation by the end of the season.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Surgery successful Diakhaby (knee) received surgery on his knee Thursday and the operation was carried out successfully, according to the club.

Impact Diakhaby completed the first part of his long recovery process Thursday, as he underwent surgery on his knee following the scary collision against Real Madrid. The defender will now remain hospitalized for another two days before he is set home from recovery, hoping to start his rehabilitation process in a week or two. He still is set to not return until sometime in April, hoping to see no setbacks in his recovery and get back out on the field this season.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Valencia defender Diakhaby to undergo knee surgery after gruesome injury in La Liga

Valencia defender Mouctar Diakhaby will travel to France for surgery to repair his dislocated right knee

MARCH 5, 2024 • Associated Press

Will receive surgery on knee Diakhaby is set to get surgery after dislocating his knee, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Diakhaby looked to be in very bad shape after his leg was crunched in Saturday's match against Real Madrid, appearing to have suffered a catastrophic injury that would end his season. However, he will avoid a serious injury and may even be back on the field this season, as he was diagnosed with a dislocated knee and is expected to miss anywhere from one to two months with the issue. This is very positive news for the defender after suffering what looked to possibly be a career-ending injury despite still being out for a prolonged absence. He will now look for a return sometime in April. If that is too early, he will look ahead to May, just hoping to get back on the field this campaign after an injury-filled season. He has been a regular starter when available this campaign, so his absence will cause a change in the starting XI, with Cenk Ozkacar being his most likely replacement.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves pitch on stretcher Diakhaby was forced off the field in the 89th minute of Saturday's match against Real Madrid, appearing to have suffered a leg injury.

Impact Diakhaby's season looks like it may be coming to an end, as he suffered what looked to be a very serious injury Saturday after being stretched off the pitch. The injury occurred after a Madrid player came crashing into his leg, falling on it and appearing to have caused a broken leg, broken ankle, or tear within the knee after his leg was trapped under the opposing player's full weight. However, nothing has been confirmed at the moment, with the club just hoping he will be an option again this season, even though that looks like a very far stretch after the gruesome coming together. He was replaced by Cenk Ozkacar, who will most likely stay in a starting role while Diakhaby inevitably misses time due to the injury.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back with club Diakaby (AFCON) resumed training with the squad ahead of Saturday's trip to Las Palmas.

Impact Diakaby saw action in four of Guinea's five AFCON matches in which he went the full 90 minutes each time. Since returning from a hamstring injury, the defender has started two of his four appearances, recording one shot (off target), 23 clearances and four interceptions. With Diakhaby back with his club, he should be in the mix to reclaim his place in the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Summoned for AFCON Diakhaby was called up by Guinea for AFCON 2023, and will miss most of January.

Impact Diakhaby is going to miss most of January and potentially part of February depending on what sort of run Guinea can make. The defender could be replaced by Gabriel Paulista, who will partner Cristhian Mosquera in central defense.

JANUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finishes suspension Diakhaby has served his one match suspension and will be an option for Sunday's trip versus Cadiz.

Impact Diakhaby has only started twice in the last four matches since returning from his hamstring injury. He will continue to work on his fitness in order to keep his starting role for Valencia in the back line, especially after started 10 times in 12 appearances.

JANUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended to start new year Diakhaby registered five clearances and three interceptions in Tuesday's 1-0 victory against Rayo Vallecano. In addition, he was given his fifth yellow card of the season in the 95...

Impact Diakhaby had just started two of the last four matches since returning from a hamstring injury. Gabriel Paulista is set to return to the starting XI at center back alongside Cristhian Mosquera for the Jan 2 clash with Villarreal.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to return Diakhaby (hamstring) is set to be an option for Saturday's match against Celta Vigo after getting the green light by the medical staff, per manager Ruben Baraja. "Diakhaby is alrea...

Impact Diakhaby is ready to return to the pitch after missing the last five matches with a hamstring injury. He could see a return to the starting XI, logging in a goal with 31 clearances in eight matches from center back this season, all of them coming as starts.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training pitch Diakhaby (hamstring) was viewed training on Monday, ahead of their Nov. 25 match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Diakhaby finally returned to the training pitch Monday after a month-long spell on the sidelines due to a hamstring injury. The defender will now have two weeks to work on his rehabilitation in training with the international break currently taking place and should be available by the end of the break for their match against Celta. If he does return for that match, he should be expected to start, as he found himself in the starting XI for every match before his injury.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE