Abou Diaby
Born: May 11, 1986 (age 35)
Height: 6' 4" (193cm)
Hometown: Paris, France
Nationality: 
French
FrenchPosition: Defensive midfielder
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 2006-2015 | Arsenal |
Sports Mole has 175 articles about Abou Diaby. Articles 1 to 40:
Five of English football's most famous late comebacks
Tottenham had led 3-0 at home until West Ham turned the game around in the last eight minutes.
Oct 18, 20:33
Arsenal 'will not offer Danny Welbeck new contract'
Danny Welbeck will not be offered a new contract by Arsenal and is free to leave at the end of the season, according to a report.
Dec 5, 09:05
Paul Pogba: 'Ex-Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby taught me a lot'
Paul Pogba believes that Abou Diaby is a better all-round midfielder than him, citing his compatriot's injury problems as the reason he is not more highly regarded.
May 27, 19:22
Abou Diaby: 'I could have won Ballon d'Or'
Marseille midfielder Abou Diaby says that he had the potential to win the Ballon d'Or before he was plagued with injuries at Arsenal.
Nov 30, 15:41
Abou Diaby hit with four-month layoff after suffering injury setback
Marseille midfielder Abou Diaby is ruled out for four months after undergoing ankle surgery.
Oct 24, 17:12
Former Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby "ready" for Marseille debut
Former Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby could make his Marseille debut on Thursday, 17 months after his last competitive appearance.
Feb 10, 18:32
On this day: Emmanuel Adebayor double wins North London derby for Arsenal
On this day in 2007, Emmanuel Adebayor scored twice - including a long-range screamer - to help Arsenal on their way to a 3-1 win over arch rivals Tottenham Hotspur.
Sep 15, 08:00
Marseille hope to see Abou Diaby begin training within three weeks
Marseille manager Michel hopes to see former France international Abou Diaby return to training within three weeks following his move from Arsenal.
Aug 28, 06:55
Real Madrid midfielder Lucas Silva joins Marseille on loan
Real Madrid midfielder Lucas Silva joins Ligue 1 club Marseille on a one-year loan deal.
Aug 27, 22:32
Preview: Reims vs. Marseille
Sports Mole previews the Ligue 1 match between Reims and Marseille at Stade Auguste Delaune.
Aug 14, 17:14
Marcelo Bielsa: 'I'm satisfied with Marseille squad'
Marcelo Bielsa says he is happy with his Marseille squad for the 2015-16 Ligue 1 campaign.
Aug 8, 19:52
Team News: Karim Rekik makes Marseille debut against Caen
Karim Rekik will make his league debut for Marseille against Caen.
Aug 8, 19:20
Ex-Liverpool target Abou Diaby reveals Premier League snub before Marseille move
Marseille midfielder Abou Diaby reveals how he rejected the chance to join West Brom upon his release from Arsenal after nine injury-plagued years in England.
Jul 30, 23:25
Report: Abou Diaby rejected Liverpool this summer
A report claims that French midfielder Abou Diaby rejected a move to Liverpool before joining Marseille on a free transfer this summer.
Jul 29, 13:55
Abou Diaby signs for Olympique Marseille
Abou Diaby signs for Marseille on a free transfer from Arsenal.
Jul 29, 12:04
Marseille agree Abou Diaby deal
Marseille agree a deal in principle to sign former Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby.
Jul 28, 18:31
Tony Pulis looking for new signings
West Bromwich Albion boss Tony Pulis says that he is hoping to bring new signings into the club before the Premier League season begins.
Jul 27, 10:23
Report: Abou Diaby agrees Marseille switch despite West Bromwich Albion interest
A report suggests that Abou Diaby has agreed to sign for Marseille despite being close to sealing a switch to West Bromwich Albion.
Jul 26, 21:12
Tony Pulis: 'Abou Diaby could play 30 games a season for West Bromwich Albion'
West Bromwich Albion manager Tony Pulis believes that injury-plagued midfielder Abou Diaby could play 30 Premier League games a season if he joined the Baggies.
Jul 25, 20:00
Report: West Bromwich Albion open talks with Sevilla over Vicente Iborra
West Bromwich Albion reportedly open discussions with Sevilla over a transfer for Spanish midfielder Vicente Iborra.
Jul 24, 19:19
Abou Diaby 'undergoing West Bromwich Albion medical'
Former Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby is reportedly undergoing a medical at West Bromwich Albion, having agreed a pay-as-you-play deal at the club.
Jul 24, 11:51
West Bromwich Albion hold Abou Diaby talks?
Former Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby is reportedly in talks to sign for West Bromwich Albion.
Jul 23, 13:08
Abou Diaby 'in talks with Dallas'
Abou Diaby is reportedly in talks with MLS side Dallas after his release from Arsenal.
Jul 2, 04:18
Arsenal confirm Abou Diaby departure
Abou Diaby is among five players to be released by Arsenal following the expiry of their contracts.
Jul 1, 10:37
Arsenal release injury-plagued Abou Diaby
French midfielder Abdo Diaby will be released by Arsenal this summer, along with winger Ryo Miyaichi.
Jun 10, 14:05
Interview: Ex-Chelsea and Aston Villa midfielder Andy Townsend
Former Aston Villa skipper Andy Townsend chats to Sports Mole ahead of this afternoon's 134th FA Cup final at Wembley.
May 30, 12:55
Arsene Wenger: 'Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain out for at least another fortnight'
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain will miss Arsenal's FA Cup semi-final tie against Reading at Wembley through injury, manager Arsene Wenger reveals.
Apr 10, 08:47
Preview: Burnley vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole previews Arsenal's trip to Turf Moor as the Gunners seek a season's-best eighth straight Premier League win against the relegation-threatened Clarets.
Apr 9, 17:10
Jack Wilshere included in Arsenal squad to face Burnley
Arsene Wenger confirms that Jack Wilshere is fit to play in Saturday's match against Burnley.
Apr 9, 09:33
Jack Wilshere, Mikel Arteta to play for Arsenal's Under-21s
Arsenal confirm that Jack Wilshere and Mikel Arteta will feature in an Under-21 encounter tonight.
Apr 7, 14:48
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger won't rule out offering Abou Diaby a new contract
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger refuses to rule out offering injury-stricken Abou Diaby a new contract at the club.
Apr 2, 11:31
Jack Wilshere scores in Arsenal friendly
A number of senior players, including Jack Wilshere, feature for Arsenal in a friendly match against Brentford.
Mar 31, 14:54
Mateo Kovacic: Arsenal set to bid for Inter Milan youngster
Mateo Kovacic is reportedly the subject of interest from Arsenal as Arsene Wenger looks to replace two outgoing midfielders.
Mar 24, 04:11
Mikel Arteta, Mathieu Flamini Arsenal futures in doubt?
Mikel Arteta, Mathieu Flamini and Abou Diaby could be on their way out of Arsenal in order to make room for Morgan Schneiderlin, a report suggests.
Mar 5, 12:45
Arsenal's Jack Wilshere expected to sit out Monaco visit
Arsenal are unlikely to have Jack Wilshere available for Wednesday's visit of Monaco in the Champions League last 16.
Feb 24, 13:45
On this day: Newcastle United stun Arsenal with four-goal comeback
On this day in 2011, Newcastle United fought back from 4-0 behind to earn a 4-4 draw against Arsenal at St James' Park.
Feb 5, 10:07
Preview: West Ham United vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between West Ham and Arsenal as both sides look to gain ground in the race for a place in the top four.
Dec 27, 17:04
Arsene Wenger: 'Abou Diaby will be offered new Arsenal contract'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger reveals that Abou Diaby will be offered a new contract with the club if he can overcome his injury problems.
Dec 5, 11:34
Arsene Wenger: 'Abou Diaby is not injury prone'
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger hits back at claims that midfielder Abou Diaby is "fragile", despite playing just 22 games for the Gunners in four seasons.
Nov 17, 05:42
Mesut Ozil ruled out for further seven weeks with knee ligament injury
Mesut Ozil confirms that he will miss another seven weeks of action after sustaining a knee ligament injury last month.
Nov 13, 13:30
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