Name: Issa Diop

Basic information:

• Full name: Issa Laye Lucas Jean Diop
• Date of birth: January 9, 1997
• Place of birth: Toulouse, France
• Nationality: French (also eligible for Senegal through descent)
• Height: about 1.94 m (6 ft 4 in)
• Position: Centre-back / central defender

Club career (summary):

• Toulouse FC (youth & senior): Came through Toulouse's academy and made his professional debut with Toulouse. Broke into the first team as a teenager and quickly became one of the most highly regarded young defenders in Ligue 1.
• West Ham United: Transferred to West Ham United in the English Premier League in August 2018. At West Ham he was primarily used as a centre-back. He showed strong physical presence and aerial ability, though his time at the club included spells affected by injuries and competition for places.
• Later moves / loans: After his time at West Ham, he joined other clubs on loan or permanent moves (for the most current club status, check the latest transfer records as club affiliations can change season to season).

International career:

• Represented France at various youth levels, including the U19 and U21 teams. He was considered a prospect for the senior national team but competition for centre-back places in France is high.

Playing style and strengths:

• Strong aerial ability and physical presence due to height and leaping reach.
• Comfortable with the ball at his feet for a physical centre-back; capable of progressive passing out from the back.
• Good tackling and one-on-one defending when fit; susceptible to occasional lapses in concentration like many young defenders early in their careers.

Notable facts:

• Was one of the most expensive signings for West Ham at the time of his transfer from Toulouse (fee reported around £22–25 million, depending on sources and add-ons).
• He won recognition in France as a promising young talent before moving to the Premier League.

Sources & note: Information accurate up to mid-2024; for the most recent club, appearances and current status (injuries, transfers), consult an up-to-date sports database or the club's official site.