leeds united Sporting has emerged as a new contender to sign Ousmane Diomande this summer.
The Ivory Coast international joined the Lions from FC Midtjylland in January 2023 and has been a regular since.
A few Premier League teams have shown interest in his performances in recent years and Leeds United have now joined the list.
On 16 May, Game Witness broadcast news Chelsea have joined Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich in the battle for a centre-back.
Four days later, we Covered claims from Portugal AFC Bournemouth is entering the race. Cherries identified him as a potential replacement for Marcos Senesi, who would leave as a free agent.
Leeds United are making a move for the Ivorian
Daniel Farke's side 'particularly appreciate' Ousmane Diomande's profile. is according to 225 feetA source in Ivory Coast, who makes it clear that this is his own information about the Whites.
Their headline states that Leeds United are on the move and the report states that the Elland Road club would like to 'quickly finalize' his arrival.
This may not be possible any time soon as the defender will be at the World Cup with his national team. Representatives of English clubs will keep a close eye on them during the tournament.
The operation remains complicated because the Lions will not let the 22-year-old go cheaply. Sporting are demanding a 'substantial sum' and want at least €50m to part ways with Diomande.
Despite this, the 225-footer could move negotiations forward rapidly as the player would prefer to leave Sporting and move to England this summer.
However, Leeds United will only be able to make a move if they are willing to match or come close to the €50m price tag. Earlier reports in Portugal had suggested that €40m plus bonuses could be enough.
However, as things stand, Leeds United's interest in Portugal has not been supported, suggesting this information has come from the player's camp.
Contract, price and agent information
Ousmane Diomande's contract runs until 2030 and has an €80m release clause. According to its value transfer marketIs €42m.
German agency Ruf Sporting, headed by agent Björn Bezemer, represents the player.
