Sporting: Ousmane Diomandé on the verge of signing with Nottingham Forest

The Ivorian is set to sign in England

Africa 22 July 2026 at 09:35

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Sporting: Ousmane Diomandé on the verge of signing with Nottingham Forest

Considered a highly promising talent, Sporting Portugal's central defender Ousmane Diomandé is now on the brink of a move to Nottingham Forest in this summer transfer window.

According to transfer expert journalist Fabrizio Romano on Wednesday, the English club is showing strong confidence in landing the Ivorian international. Despite a release clause set at €80 million in the former FC Midtjylland player's contract, the Reds are expected to finalize the deal for €40 million, including bonuses.

🚨🌳 Nottingham Forest, confident to close Ousmane Diomande deal with Sporting shortly after bid sent.

Proposal will be way below €80m release clause; around €40m total package add-ons included. pic.twitter.com/eOkuHU7qRi
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 22, 2026

A fantastic piece of business for Sporting, who signed Diomandé for €14.5 million in January 2023.

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