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Ipswich Town agrees to sign Issa Diop from Fulham

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 8:50 AM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Ipswich Town agrees to sign Issa Diop from Fulham

Summary

Ipswich Town is moving close to signing defender Issa Diop from Fulham, with an agreement reportedly reached between the clubs. The newly promoted Premier League side has also agreed on personal terms with Diop, who is expected to undergo a medical shortly. The deal is said to be worth around €10 million for Diop, who has one year remaining on his contract. Ipswich is looking to bolster its squad with experienced players, while Fulham aims to secure a fee rather than risk losing him for free next year. The proposed four-year contract signifies Ipswich's commitment to long-term planning following their promotion.

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•Ipswich agrees to a transfer fee of around €10 million.
•Diop expected to undergo a medical shortly.
•Ipswich aims to enhance squad depth and experience.
•Fulham avoids losing Diop on a free transfer next year.
•Diop has made 173 Premier League appearances in his career.

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1:27 PMBBC Sport — Ipswich sign Diop from Fulham
8:50 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Ipswich Town agree deal to sign Premier League defender

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