Bamba Dieng is in discussions with Middlesbrough. Middlesbrough lost to Hull City in the play-off final for Premier League promotion in May. Dieng wants a challenge in England and is prepared to refuse lucrative offers from Saudi Arabia.

Sources have confirmed that Middlesbrough and West Ham were among the clubs offered the chance to sign Bamba Dieng during the early stages of his search for a new club. Dieng is a 26-year-old centre-forward. The Senegal international, who has 24 caps and 2 goals for his country, is available on a free transfer after departing from FC Lorient, and his representatives have been exploring opportunities for him across England. His current Transfermarkt market value is €15.00m.