Sporting set Ousmane Diomande's price, replacement found | OneFootball

Sporting are already preparing for next season and have a clearly identified name to strengthen the heart of the defence: Ibrahima Ba, Famalicão’s centre-back, is seen in 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 revelations of 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 team. This season, he has already made 24 appearances and scored one goal.

If that departure goes through, the Lions will move for Ibrahima Ba. Famalicão are asking for between €20 million and €25 million, but in Alvalade there is a belief that the deal could be completed for a fixed fee close to €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 into Sporting’s recent strategy: investing heavily in the domestic market and in young players with room for growth, but who are already ready to make an immediate impact on the first team.

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