Sporting set Ousmane Diomande price and have already found replacement | OneFootball

Sporting are already preparing for next season and have a clear name in mind to strengthen the heart of the defence: Ibrahima Ba, Famalicão’s centre-back, is seen at Alvalade as the ideal replacement if Ousmane Diomande leaves this summer.

At 20 years old, the Senegalese defender has established himself as one of the breakout players in the Liga Portugal Betclic. Standing at 1.90 metres, he stands out for his physical strength, aerial ability and also his pace, traits that particularly appeal to the structure led by Frederico Varandas and Rui Borges’ coaching staff.

According to information from newspaper A Bola, Ibrahima Ba has been closely monitored by Sporting’s scouts, who have been convinced by the player’s development while playing for Hugo Oliveira’s side. This season, he has already made 24 appearances and scored one goal.

If that departure happens, the Lions will move for Ibrahima Ba. Famalicão are valuing him at between €20 million and €25 million, but at Alvalade there is confidence that the deal could be completed for a fixed fee of around €15 million, plus add-ons.

The good relationship between the two clubs could help facilitate negotiations, following successful deals involving players such as Pedro Gonçalves and Manuel Ugarte. The potential signing also fits Sporting’s recent strategy: a strong focus on the domestic market and on young players with room to grow, but who are already ready to make an immediate impact on the first team.

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