El Hadji Malick Diouf is on his way to England to finalise a move to West Ham United, accompanied by his agent, with a medical scheduled for today.

Diouf Medical Scheduled for Today

The promising 20-year-old defender is set to sign his contract with the Hammers once the medical is completed, as reported by @Santi_J_FM.

To wrap up the deal, West Ham agreed to a higher-than-usual sell-on clause with Slavia Prague, according to Czech outlet @infotbal, underlining just how eager the club was to get the signing over the line. Diouf is expected to become one of the first major additions under new boss Graham Potter.

Transfer Includes Unusual Sell-On Clause from Slavia Prague

The transfer fee for Diouf is reportedly around £19 million, with performance-related bonuses also built into the deal. That fee, combined with the uncommon sell-on clause mentioned previously, shows how highly the Hammers rate the young Senegalese full-back.

While the exact sell-on percentage hasn’t been disclosed, the structure of the agreement reflects the competition for the player and West Ham’s determination to bring him to the Premier League.

Rapid Move from Tromso to East London

It’s been a whirlwind year for Diouf, who only joined Slavia Prague from Norwegian club Tromsø IL in January.

In a matter of months, the dynamic left-back made a big impression, racking up 41 appearances, seven goals, and three assists in all competitions.

That attacking output, especially from a full-back, turned heads across Europe. He’s also earned six senior caps for Senegal, including a start in their 3-1 win over England in June.

Covering the Void Left by Cresswell

Diouf’s arrival comes at a crucial time for West Ham, who have been hunting for a new left-back following Aaron Cresswell’s exit after his contract expired. Graham Potter sees Diouf as a direct replacement, attracted by his energy, pace, and natural attacking instincts.

The 20-year-old’s profile ticks the boxes for the kind of full-back profile Potter prefers in his system.

How Diouf Fits Into Potter’s Plan

Diouf blends physicality and calmness on the ball with a natural urge to get forward—a combination that suits Potter’s style of play, which leans on full-backs pushing high up the pitch and contributing in the final third.

His versatility and strong defensive awareness could make him an asset both in defence and when building from the back during transitions.

West Ham’s Summer Recruitment Taking Shape

With Diouf’s arrival close to being confirmed, West Ham’s summer rebuild under Graham Potter is kicking into gear. The club remains active in the market, with further reinforcements expected in midfield and attack.

Diouf looks set to become a key part of that new-look Hammers squad, and his signing could mark a statement of intent as West Ham aim high for the new season.