According to a report via West Ham World, Chelsea are interested in signing El Hadji Malick Diouf from West Ham United. Chelsea are monitoring the player and are exploring ways to sign him this summer. The club believes he could be a good long-term investment, and he is valued at around £24 million. West Ham will be reluctant to sell the youngster just 12 months after he joined their squad. In order for West Ham to have any chance of keeping the 21-year-old, they will have to ensure they remain in the top flight.

According to Fichajes, Chelsea have added West Ham left-back El Hadji Malick Diouf to their transfer wishlist for 2026. The club is reportedly interested in signing a player capable of competing with Marc Cucurella and Jorrel Hato for a place in the starting XI. Diouf has been identified as a top target, with a reported price of €28m.

El Hadji Malick Diouf, a Senegalese left-back for West Ham United, is reportedly the subject of interest from several major Premier League clubs, which include Chelsea FC, Liverpool FC, and Newcastle United FC. A departure from West Ham is considered possible because the club is facing a deficit that exceeds 100 million pounds sterling and may need to generate revenue and reduce its wage bill during the next transfer window. Diouf joined West Ham in July 2025 for a reported fee of €22 million. The 21-year-old is an Africa Cup of Nations champion and earns an approximate annual salary of 2.6 million pounds sterling. His contract is valid until June 30, 2030. Transfermarkt currently estimates his market value at 28 million euros. In the current Premier League season, Diouf has made 22 appearances and provided 5 assists. He also has 17 caps for Senegal. Yatma Diop, a promoter of an academy where Diouf trained, stated that interest from other Premier League clubs that play in European competitions could be a positive next step for the player's career. Diop also acknowledged that any move depends on West Ham.