Tottenham and Brentford pursue Ousmane Diabate in summer transfer battle
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Brentford and Tottenham Hotspur are engaged in talks to sign Ousmane Diabate from Genclerbirligi. The 18-year-old midfielder has gained attention as a top young talent this summer, after showcasing his skills in Turkey and earning a senior cap for Guinea. Both clubs are keen, but Tottenham may struggle to offer immediate first-team football, complicating their negotiations. Brentford is positioning itself advantageously, emphasizing a clear path to Premier League play for Diabate and accelerating his integration into their squad.
- •Brentford and Tottenham Hotspur are in talks for Ousmane Diabate.
- •Diabate, an 18-year-old midfielder, plays for Genclerbirligi.
- •He has recently debuted for Guinea's senior national team.
- •Tottenham is concerned about immediate playing time for Diabate.
- •Brentford offers a clearer path to first-team football.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Tottenham and Brentford going head-to-head to sign Ousmane Diabate
"Brentford and Tottenham Hotspur are both in talks to sign Genclerbirligi’s highly rated midfielder Ousmane Diabate. The 18-year-old Guinean prodigy has emerged as one of this summer’s most sought-...
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