Grenoble is set to lose its goalkeeper Mamadou Diop, who is joining Auxerre after four seasons with the club. The 26-year-old goalkeeper, who was coveted by several Ligue 1 clubs, including Brest, has chosen to sign a four-year deal with AJ Auxerre.

What happened?

Mamadou Diop, the Mauritanian international, was one of the most sought-after profiles in Ligue 1. He has finally chosen to join Auxerre, which had made the goalkeeper a priority for several weeks.

Why does it matter for Grenoble?

This loss is significant for Grenoble, which is currently 12th in Ligue 2 with 39 points, after 34 games played, and has recently won four consecutive games. The club must now find a replacement for its first-choice goalkeeper.

What comes next?

Grenoble must now focus on the summer transfer market to find a new goalkeeper. The club recently beat Estac Troyes 1-0 on May 9, 2026, and is currently 28 points behind the leaders. With 33 goals scored and 39 conceded, Grenoble must improve its defense if it hopes to move up to Ligue 1.

Grenoble is on a good run, with four consecutive wins, and must now maintain this momentum to achieve its goals