Who is Sankhoun Diawara, the French revelation from AC Milan summoned to the Espoirs?

He is a new addition to the latest list concocted by Gérald Baticle. At 20 years old, Sankhoun Diawara has…

By Manu Tournoux · French Football Weekly

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 6:29 AM

Key Things to Know

AC Milan defender Sankhoun Diawara received his first call-up to the France Espoirs national squad.
Diawara earned three starts across AC Milan's last five matches under manager Ruben Amorim.
The 20-year-old defender joined AC Milan from Troyes despite transfer interest from several European clubs.

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At 20 years old, AC Milan defender Sankhoun Diawara has earned his first call-up to the France Espoirs team under manager Gérald Baticle. Diawara has quickly established himself in Milan's squad, starting three of the club's last five matches under head coach Ruben Amorim after joining the Italian side from Troyes.

The defender chose AC Milan despite interest from clubs including Udinese, FC Basel, Rangers, Eintracht Frankfurt, and Leipzig. Diawara's integration into the squad has been supported by French-speaking teammates Adrien Rabiot and captain Mike Maignan following his senior debut in Ligue 2 earlier this year.

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Who is Sankhoun Diawara, the French revelation from AC Milan summoned to the Espoirs?

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