Sofiane Daouda Diop (born 9 June 2000) is a professional
footballer
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who plays as a
midfielder
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for
Ligue 1
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club
Nice
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Club career
Monaco
On 5 July 2018, Diop signed his first professional contract with
Monaco
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after his debut season with the reserve side of
Rennes
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. He made his professional debut in a 4–0 loss to
Paris Saint-Germain
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on 4 August 2018 in the
Trophée des Champions
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.
Nice
On 29 August 2022, fellow
Ligue 1
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club
Nice
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In November 2023, Diop opted to play for
Morocco
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over France and Senegal.
Personal life
Sofiane's younger brother Edan Diop is also a professional footballer.
Career statistics
Honours
Monaco
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Coupe de France
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runner-up:
2020–21
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