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Nottingham Forest set to sign Ousmane Diomande from Sporting

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Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Nottingham Forest set to sign Ousmane Diomande from Sporting
Summary

Nottingham Forest is finalizing a £34 million transfer for defender Ousmane Diomande from Sporting Lisbon. The 22-year-old centre-back is noted for his strong tackling and versatility, having played effectively in various defensive setups. Oliver Glasner aims to integrate Diomande into a back three as he strengthens the squad ahead of the new Premier League season. This move follows Glasner's previous interest in Diomande during his tenure at Crystal Palace. Sporting will be losing a key defensive asset as Forest gears up for their campaign.

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Key Details
  • •Ousmane Diomande transfers from Sporting to Nottingham Forest for £34 million.
  • •Diomande, 22, has 149 senior appearances and 16 caps for Ivory Coast.
  • •He has experience in both back four and three-man defense setups.
  • •Oliver Glasner believes Diomande fills an important gap in the squad.
Latest Updates
  • 2:45 PMYahoo Sports — Nottingham Forest sign Diomande from Sporting
  • 11:47 AMThe Guardian Sport — Transfer roundup: Nottingham Forest seal £34m deal for Sporting’s Diomande
  • 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Nottingham Forest complete signing of Ousmane Diomande
  • 11:05 AMBBC Sport — Forest sign Sporting's Ivory Coast defender Diomande
  • 11:20 AMYahoo Sports — Forest set to sign Ousmane Diomande for £34m
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Fulham sign Shea Charles from Saints for £30m Chelsea’s Filip Jorgensen moves to Strasbourg on loan Nottingham Forest have signed Côte d’Ivoire defender Ousmane Diomande from Sporting Lisbon for an undisclosed fee, reported to be £34.2m. The 22-year-old centre-half, who featured in the Côte d’Ivoire’s World Cup squad, has agreed a four-year deal with Forest, who have an option for a further year. Continue reading...

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Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of Ousmane Diomande from Portuguese side Sporting Lisbon.The 22-year-old Ivory Coast international has joined the Midlands club for a reported £34m, signi...

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Nottingham Forest have confirmed the signing of Ousmane Diomande on a four-year deal.The Ivory Coast international arrives at the City Ground from Portuguse side Sporting with Forest paying a fixed f...

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