The player is close to declining Al Ahly's contract extension offer, favoring a return to the Gulf with a clear preference for the Saudi league, where he played on loan at Al Kholood last season. Al Ahly has informed the player's agent that if no agreement is reached, the club would permit the search for offers to begin from the January winter transfer window. This is to prevent a free departure at the end of his contract next summer and to free up a foreign player slot.

Africafoot reported that Neom SC were interested in the player in recent months.

Malian midfielder Aliou Dieng, 27, is the subject of significant interest from several Gulf clubs, specifically from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. The player is attracted to this destination for both the sporting challenge and for financial offers that are significantly higher than what Al Ahly currently provides. Dieng's contract with Al Ahly is valid until June 30, 2027, and his market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €3.00m.