Ibrahim Diakité, born on October 31, 2003, in Compiègne, France, is a Guinean international footballer who currently plays as a right-back for Cercle Brugge KSV in Belgium. A product of the Stade de Reims youth academy, he made his professional debut in Ligue 1 in December 2021. Diakité then gained valuable experience through loan spells, first with KAS Eupen in Belgium and later with Stade Lausanne Ouchy in Switzerland, before signing a four-year permanent deal with Cercle Brugge in July 2024.
Although born in France, Diakité chose to represent Guinea—the country of his parents—at the international level. He earned his first cap in September 2022 and took part in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, showcasing his commitment to his roots while continuing to build a promising career marked by his physical and technical strengths.
Introduction
Ibrahim Diakité, born on October 31, 2003, in Compiègne, France, to Guinean parents, is a professional footballer currently playing as a right-back for Cercle Brugge KSV in Belgium. His rise in the world of professional football is a testament to his perseverance and talent.
Youth Development and Professional Debut
Trained at the prestigious Stade de Reims academy, Ibrahim Diakité began his professional career with the French club. He made his Ligue 1 debut on December 22, 2021, in a match against Olympique de Marseille. Coming on as a substitute for Moreto Cassamá, he helped his team secure a 1–1 draw, marking the beginning of his journey at the top level of football.
International Experience
Diakité’s career quickly took on an international dimension with several experiences abroad that helped sharpen his technical and tactical skills:
On January 13, 2023, he joined Belgian side KAS Eupen on loan for the second half of the 2022–2023 season, gaining his first taste of Belgian football.
Following his participation in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, he was loaned to Swiss club Stade Lausanne Ouchy on February 15, 2024, without a purchase option, further expanding his international experience.
A key milestone came on July 3, 2024, when he signed a four-year contract with Cercle Brugge KSV, committing to the Belgian club until June 2028.
International Career
Though born in France, Ibrahim Diakité chose to represent Guinea, his parents’ homeland, at the international level. His first call-up to the Syli National came in September 2022, and he made his debut on September 27 in a friendly match against Ivory Coast, which ended in a 3–1 loss.
His qualities were soon recognized by the Guinean coaching staff, and he was selected by head coach Kaba Diawara for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. He was named among the 25 players chosen to represent Guinea in this prestigious continental tournament.
Technical Profile
On the pitch, Ibrahim Diakité stands out for his physical and technical attributes. He boasts excellent stamina (71/100) and vertical leap (72/100), and is strong in one-on-one situations with a solid standing tackle (63/100). His balanced profile allows him to combine defensive capabilities (averaging 61/100) with offensive skills, particularly in dribbling (64/100) and game vision.
At just 21 years old, Ibrahim Diakité embodies the future of Guinean football and continues to develop in the Belgian league, a well-known springboard for young African talents. His journey reflects the emergence of a new generation of dual-nationality players who choose to honor their African roots on the international stage.
