Nottingham Forest in Advanced Talks to Sign Sporting's Ousmane Diomande for €40M+
Nottingham Forest are finalizing a deal to sign 22-year-old Ivorian center-back Ousmane Diomande from Sporting CP for over €40 million, well below his €80 million release clause. New manager Oliver Glasner is driving the move, having previously targeted Diomande at Crystal Palace. Forest raised funds via the record £116 million sale of Elliot Anderson. Diomande, a World Cup participant, is expected to strengthen Forest’s defense as they aim to avoid relegation. Sporting is monitoring Ibrahima Ba as a replacement.
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Sporting CP Demands Additional €2 Million from Nottingham Forest for Diomande Transfer
Portuguese club Sporting CP is locked in a transfer standoff with English Premier League side Nottingham Forest over Ivorian center-back Ousmane Diomande. Sporting's management, led by Frederico Varandas, insists on a fixed fee of €40 million plus €5 million in add-ons, while Forest has offered only €38 million plus €4 million, leaving a €2 million gap. The 22-year-old defender's participation in Sporting's final pre-season friendly against Oliver Glasner's team is uncertain; he may be left out if no deal is reached. However, reports indicate that the next few hours are critical for finalizing details and an agreement is possible. Nottingham Forest's manager has long admired Diomande from his time at Crystal Palace. Meanwhile, three Sporting internationals—Rui Silva, Inácio, and Suárez—have returned to training and may play in the first half of the match. Injuries continue to sideline Ibrahima Bá, Nuno Santos, and João Simões.
Nottingham Forest Offers €38m Plus €4m for Diomande; Sporting Holds Out for Extra €2m
Portuguese newspaper Record reports that Sporting CP is negotiating the sale of 22-year-old center-back Ousmane Diomande to Nottingham Forest. The English club has offered €38 million plus €4 million in performance bonuses, but Sporting insists on a minimum of €40 million plus €5 million in add-ons. A deal is expected by the end of the week, with the player set to join coach Oliver Glasner. Separately, midfielder Matheus Potts is set to join Saudi club Al-Ittihad for €30 million, with the player earning over €10 million annually. Sporting has already signed Ibrahima Ba from Famalicão to replace Diomande. The club also plans to sign a left-back and a winger, having submitted a €15 million plus €5 million offer for Australian winger Irankunda from Watford.
Sporting CP Demands €40 Million for Diomande, Nottingham Forest Negotiations Ongoing
According to Portuguese media reports, Nottingham Forest and Sporting CP are in active negotiations over the transfer of 22-year-old Ivorian defender Diomande. Sporting CP insists on a minimum transfer fee of €40 million, with additional performance-related clauses that could generate another €50 million in future revenue. A principle agreement has been reached, but details remain to be finalized. The player is a target personally requested by Nottingham Forest's new head coach Oliver Glasner, who previously attempted to sign him while at Crystal Palace. Sporting CP has already signed Ibrahima Ba as a replacement for Diomande, suggesting the deal is near completion. Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis is known for tough negotiations, which may cause delays.
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Nottingham Forest and Sporting CP Negotiate Payment Terms for Defender Diomande
Portuguese newspaper Record reports that Nottingham Forest and Sporting CP are still negotiating the payment structure for 22-year-old Ivorian center-back Diomande. Sporting CP wants to recover approximately €40 million in fixed transfer fees within a short timeframe, while Nottingham Forest, owned by Greek shipping magnate Evangelos Marinakis, prefers to extend the payment period. The two clubs have agreed on €3-5 million in performance-related add-ons and likely a 10% sell-on clause for future transfers. Diomande is waiting for permission to travel to England to join Nottingham Forest at the request of Austrian manager Oliver Glasner, who had targeted him during his time at Crystal Palace. The deal is temporarily stalled but not at risk of falling through.
Sporting and Nottingham Forest Near Diomande Transfer Deal Worth Over €40 Million
Sporting CP and Nottingham Forest are finalizing the transfer of 22-year-old center-back Ousmane Diomande for over €40 million. The deal is not at risk, and Diomande awaits the green light to travel to England. The article details the remaining minor separations before conclusion, while also covering other Sporting news including Davids' facility rehabilitation, Júnior Buaro's professional contract, and Trincão's farewell to teammates ahead of his move to Saudi Arabia.
Nottingham Forest close to signing Ousmane Diomande for €40m, half his release clause
Nottingham Forest are in advanced negotiations to sign Sporting CP central defender Ousmane Diomande for approximately €40m including add-ons, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The deal represents a significant bargain, as the 22-year-old Ivory Coast international had an €80m release clause and was previously linked with Premier League clubs Arsenal and Chelsea. Forest's increased budget comes from the record £116m sale of Elliot Anderson to Manchester City. Diomande, despite his star waning slightly since earlier links, brings substantial domestic and European experience and could strengthen Forest's defense as they aim to avoid another relegation battle.
Nottingham Forest Bids £30 Million for Sporting CP Defender Ousmane Diomande
According to Daily Telegraph reporter John Percy, Nottingham Forest has made a £30 million bid for Sporting CP and Ivory Coast international center-back Ousmane Diomande. The club hopes to finalize the transfer during their training camp in Portugal, with negotiations currently progressing. Diomande is considered a perfect fit for manager Oliver Glasner's tactical system. Additionally, Austrian midfielder Schlager is set to join Nottingham Forest on a free transfer and will undergo a medical examination on Wednesday.
Nottingham Forest make enquiry for Sporting's Ousmane Diomande
Nottingham Forest have made an enquiry to Sporting CP for centre-back Ousmane Diomande, according to sources in Portugal. The 22-year-old Ivory Coast international has a £68.2m release clause but could be available for less this summer. New Forest manager Oliver Glasner is reportedly driving the potential move, having previously targeted Diomande while at Crystal Palace. Diomande has made over 150 senior appearances, including 15 for his national team and a World Cup appearance this summer. He was previously a target for Chelsea and other European clubs. Forest have yet to make any signings this summer after narrowly avoiding relegation, but have raised funds by selling midfielder Elliot Anderson for £116m and David Carmo to Olympiacos.
Nottingham Forest Negotiating Diomande Transfer with Sporting; Fee Could Exceed €40 Million
Nottingham Forest is actively negotiating with Sporting CP for the transfer of 22-year-old Ivorian center-back Ousmane Diomande, with the deal potentially exceeding €40 million. The move is an express request from Nottingham Forest coach Oliver Glasner, who previously attempted to sign the player while at Crystal Palace. Record Portugal reports that the historic English club had already identified Diomande as a target. The article also notes that Sporting is monitoring Ibrahima Ba as a potential replacement but will only move forward if Diomande leaves. Additional transfer news includes Fatawu's official move to Ipswich Town and Sporting's pursuit of Australian winger Nestory Irankunda for €20 million.