Rivals stand firm over £40m-rated defender’s future as Liverpool and Chelsea circle

Chelsea and Liverpool have been linked with a move for Brentford defender El Hadji Malick Diouf, but the Bees are reportedly unwilling to sanction his departure soon. The Senegalese international has attracted interest from two of the Premier League’s biggest clubs, but Brentford are determined to keep hold of the talented left-back as they look to strengthen their squad. Brentford reluctant to sell El Hadji Malick Diouf According to a report from TEAMtalk , Brentford have no intention of considering offers for the 21-year-old, as the club views him as an important part of its long-term plans.