Surprising departure: Ousmane Diallo set for move to Parma | OneFootball

At Borussia Dortmund, a lot these days is revolving around the signing of Konstantinos Karetsas (KRC Genk), which was reportedly all but finalized on Monday, and the pursuit of Said El Mala (1. FC Köln). But behind the scenes, other personnel matters are also on the table. That includes a possible short-notice departure for Ousmane Diallo, which had not really been an issue so far, but could now be completed soon.

Alongside other media outlets, two Italian transfer insiders — Gianluca Di Marzio and Nicolò Schira — are reporting that Diallo’s move from BVB to Parma Calcio is imminent. According to those reports, the 19-year-old winger is expected in Parma today, Tuesday, where he is set to undergo a medical. If no issues arise, he is then expected to sign a contract until 2030.

Further details regarding the transfer terms have not yet emerged. Because Diallo’s contract with BVB only runs until 2027, Dortmund’s negotiating position is not the strongest. That means Borussia are unlikely to get as much out of the deal — both in terms of the transfer fee and possible clauses such as a buy-back option or a sell-on percentage — as they could have with a longer-term contract.

Already with the U23 last season

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Diallo joined BVB’s U19 side from Deportivo Alavés in the summer of 2023 and drew attention with strong performances at youth level. As a result, the Spain U19 international of Senegalese descent was already able to make five appearances for the U23 in the 3. Liga in 2024/25.

Last season, Diallo only featured at youth level in the Youth League and the Premier League International Cup. Otherwise, he was a regular member of the second team squad and made 28 appearances in the Regionalliga West, including 13 starts — although his return was modest for an attacking player, with just one assist.

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