Mohamed Diamé: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Mohamed Diamé: profile

Mohamed Diamé (born 14 June 1987 in Créteil, France) is a former Senegalese footballer who played as a midfielder.

Diamé started out at R.C. Lens II in 2005. He played for 10 clubs in 4 countries between 2005 and 2024. His most appearances came at Newcastle United F.C. (2016–2019), where he made 97 appearances and scored 5 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 482 appearances and 33 goals.

At international level, Diamé represented Senegal (2011–2017), earning 31 caps and scoring 1 goal. He also played for Senegal at under-23 level.

Créteil has produced 21 footballers in our database, including Christopher Samba, Sammy Traoré and Richard Soumah.

Nationality explained: Why does Mohamed Diamé play for Senegal?

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2011 (aged about 24)
Club career: 2005–2024 (20 seasons)
Countries played in: 4: France, Spain, United Kingdom and Qatar
Club goals per game: 0.07 (33 in 482)
Height: 185 cm — taller than 55% of Senegalese internationals on record
Latest move: Al-Sailiya Sports Club (2023)
Shares a birthday with: Jovane Cabral, James Moga and Mouhcine Iajour (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2005–2007	R.C. Lens II		28	1
2007–2008	CD Linares	Segunda División B	31	1
2008–2009	Rayo Vallecano	La Liga	35	1
2009–2012	Wigan Athletic F.C.	EFL League One	96	5
2012–2014	West Ham United F.C.	EFL Championship	71	7
2014–2016	Hull City A.F.C.	Premier League	50	13
2016–2019	Newcastle United F.C.	Premier League	97	5
2019–2021	Al Ahli SC	Qatar Stars League	41	0
2022–2023	CF Fuenlabrada	Primera Federación	20	0
2023–2024	Al-Sailiya Sports Club	Qatar Stars League	13	0
	Total		482	33

Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2011–2017	Senegal	Senior	31	1
2012	Senegal U23	Under-23	4	0

Frequently asked questions

How old is Mohamed Diamé?

Mohamed Diamé was born on 14 June 1987, which makes him 39 years old.

Where was Mohamed Diamé born?

Mohamed Diamé was born in Créteil, France.

Which national team does Mohamed Diamé play for?

Mohamed Diamé played international football for Senegal. He has 31 caps and 1 goal on record.

Which clubs has Mohamed Diamé played for?

Mohamed Diamé's recorded clubs are R.C. Lens II, CD Linares, Rayo Vallecano, Wigan Athletic F.C., West Ham United F.C., Hull City A.F.C., Newcastle United F.C., Al Ahli SC, CF Fuenlabrada and Al-Sailiya Sports Club.

How tall is Mohamed Diamé?

Mohamed Diamé is 185 cm (6 ft 1 in) tall.

What position does Mohamed Diamé play?

Mohamed Diamé played as a midfielder.