A strong season at Monaco. An impressive World Cup with Senegal. Many expected to see him at a big European club. Instead, Krepin Diatta, a free agent since leaving the principality in June, was left waiting all summer. And where he has landed raises eyebrows.
According to Africa Radio, the Senegalese full-back signed for English second-tier side Watford on Thursday, October 1, on a one-season deal. With free agents allowed to sign outside the transfer window, the Hornets pounced. His first words were about the project: « I spoke with the director and I think the project was clear in my mind. » In other words, he is standing by a choice that has surprised plenty.
A bet on game time
Time was running short. Lacking match fitness after such a long spell without a club, Diatta missed Senegal’s September camp. At Watford, stuck in the Championship for four seasons now, he joins other experienced signings such as Myron Boadu and Stephy Mavididi.
Now he needs to get back up to speed. Patrick Vieira is preparing to host Sudan on November 11 in AFCON 2027 qualifying. Without minutes before then, the former Monaco man could be left on the sidelines.