Kicker Report: Spanish side interested in acquring Hoffenheim's Samassekou
Germany's preeminent footballing publication reports that TSG 1899 Hoffenheim defensive midfielder Diadie Samassekou's recent stellar performances at the Africa Cup of Nations have at least one Spanish club taking notice.
After being relegated to the role of non-squad player at his German club, recent impressive performances from Hoffenheim defensive midfielder Diadie Samassekou at the Africa Cup of Nations may lead to - at the very least - a fresh lon-out for the Malian international. Germany's Kicker Magazine reports that 18th-placed La Liga side Cadiz FC are interested in the 28-year-old.
Hoffenheim have a little more time to finalize a loan-out for Samassekou as the transfer window in Spain closes six hours later than in Germany. The main point of contention remains the player's salary. A reported €2.7 million annual stipend would have to be re-negotiated before any transaction is sealed. Samassekou's current TSG deal runs through 2025.