From Discovery to Retirement.And Beyond.
Complete Player and Coach Management — Placing Athletes Worldwide
Who We Are
Diaspora Sports International is a licensed full player and coach management agency founded by Alain Adai, an Ivorian-born agent based in Dallas, Texas with roots in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. We work with athletes and coaches from every continent and every background — men and women, amateur to professional, from discovery to retirement and beyond. Our expertise spans global player placement, women's football, the college to professional pathway, complete career management, and coach representation. We have deep connections in West African football and the American market — and through our global network we open doors across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond. We go far beyond signing contracts. We manage careers, protect lives, and plan futures. Because at DSI — no player and no coach is ever left behind.
Languages spoken — English, French
Why DSI
We Go Beyond the Contract
Most agents sign you and disappear. DSI stays. We manage your nutrition, mental health, finances, social media, image rights, housing, and family support — because a player who is taken care of off the pitch performs better on it.
We Place Players Worldwide
From MLS to the Saudi Pro League. From NWSL to the French Division 1 Féminine. From NCAA Texas to the Belgian Pro League. DSI has no borders. We find the best opportunity for your career wherever it exists in the world.
We Never Leave
Whether you make it to the top or your professional career does not happen — we do not walk away. We help with education, career transition, business mentorship, and reinsertion into life after football. No player is left behind.
Complete Player Management
We do not just sign players. We build careers, protect lives, and plan futures.
Player Representation
Contract negotiation, transfer management, FFAP registration, TMS and ITC coordination, bonus structure optimization, and full legal support for every deal.
Global Placement
We place players in leagues across USA, Canada, England, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Belgium, Portugal, Netherlands, Switzerland, Scandinavia, Poland, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and more.
Career Development
Market value monitoring, transfer window strategy, loan management, contract renewal planning, national team call-up tracking, and pathway planning to the next level.
Nutrition & Physical Wellness
Connection to certified sports dietitians, match day nutrition protocols, recovery nutrition planning, and position-specific dietary guidance tailored to each player's league and schedule.
Mental Health Support
Access to sports psychologists, homesickness and cultural transition support, performance anxiety management, and confidential mental health resources — especially for African players adapting to life in a new country.
Financial Education
Connection to sports financial advisors, salary management guidance, investment basics, tax planning in multiple countries, and building financial security that outlasts your football career.
Image Rights & Social Media
Personal brand development, social media strategy and management, image rights negotiation, sponsorship and endorsement facilitation, and digital presence building that maximizes your commercial value.
Settlement & Relocation
Housing support, transportation, visa coordination for every country, language classes, school enrollment for families, airport pickup on arrival day, and full integration support for players moving to a new city or country anywhere in the world.
University Placement
For talented players without professional contracts — we facilitate full athletic scholarships at US universities. Academic profile building, coach outreach, visa support, and campus integration guidance.
Women's Football Specialist
Dedicated representation for female players — NWSL, USL Super League, European women's leagues, and the NCAA to professional pipeline. We understand the women's game and its unique opportunities and challenges.
African Talent Pipeline
DSI has deep expertise and direct connections in West African football — particularly Ivory Coast. This is one of our specialist markets alongside our global network spanning every continent. We identify, evaluate, and develop promising players for international placement.
Career Transition & Reinsertion
For players finishing their professional career or those who do not reach professional level — we stay. Coaching license guidance, education pathways, professional retraining, business mentorship, and life planning after football. No player is left behind.
Coach Representation
We represent coaches at every level — from academy directors to professional head coaches. Contract negotiation, club-to-club transfers, compensation packages, housing and relocation support, and full career management. The same complete service we provide players, applied to the coaches who shape them.
We Place Players Worldwide
No borders. No limits. The best opportunity for your career — wherever it exists.
North America
- ▸USA — MLS, MLS Next Pro, USL Championship (players and coaches)
- ▸USA — NWSL, USL Super League Women
- ▸USA — NCAA Pipeline (Texas)
- ▸Canada — Canadian Premier League, CanWNL
Europe
- ▸England — Premier League, Championship, WSL (players and coaches)
- ▸France — Ligue 1, Ligue 2, D1 & D2 Féminine
- ▸Germany — Bundesliga, Frauen-Bundesliga
- ▸Spain — La Liga, Liga F
- ▸Italy — Serie A, Serie B
- ▸Belgium, Portugal, Netherlands, Switzerland
- ▸Scandinavia & Poland — Ekstraklasa, Allsvenskan…
Middle East & Africa
- ▸Saudi Arabia — Saudi Pro League (players and coaches)
- ▸UAE, Qatar, Kuwait — Top divisions
- ▸Morocco — Botola Pro, Egypt — Premier League
- ▸Ivory Coast — Ligue 1 LONACI
- ▸West Africa — All CAF nations
- ▸CAF Champions League & Confederation Cup
Asia & Pacific
- ▸Japan — J1, J2 League (players and coaches)
- ▸South Korea — K-League 1 & 2
- ▸Australia — A-League Men & Women
- ▸India — Indian Super League
- ▸China — Chinese Super League
"If there is a professional league anywhere in the world and a good opportunity for our player — DSI will find it and make it happen."
For Players and Coaches
Whether you are an amateur player, a college athlete, a professional seeking your next opportunity, or a coach ready for a new challenge — wherever you are in the world, we want to hear from you.
Looking for Players?
We have access to verified African talent, NCAA graduates, women's players, and international profiles across multiple markets. Tell us exactly what you need.
Who We Work With
DSI is open to conversations with everyone in the football ecosystem — not just players and clubs.
Players and Coaches
Amateur, semi-professional, or professional player — or a coach at any level — male or female — anywhere in the world. We want to hear from you.
Clubs and Academies
Professional clubs, semi-professional clubs, and academies worldwide looking for players or wanting to list their needs with DSI.
Fellow Agents
Licensed agents interested in co-representation, referral arrangements, or market collaboration. We believe in partnerships that benefit players.
Coaches and Scouts
Academy directors, youth coaches, independent scouts, and university coaches who have identified talent or want to collaborate on player development.
Media, Brands, and Partners
Journalists, content creators, sponsors, brands looking to partner with players, and any organization wanting to work with DSI.
Get In Touch
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Dallas, Texas, USA
Abidjan, Ivory Coast
Languages: English — French