The Senegalese striker made just one appearance for Southampton in a now-infamous match against Leeds in November 1996
Former Southampton manager Graeme Souness has lifted the lid on how Ali Dia, considered by many to be the worst player in Premier League history, ended up playing for his team in 1996.
The Saints are purported to have been conned by Dia, who said that he was related to Ballon d'Or winner George Weah and came with the AC Milan star's personal recommendation. In actuality, Weah did not know who Dia was.
In addition, Dia claimed to be a Senegal international, which was also far from the truth.