According to Portuguese outlet A BOLA, the Reds are among the clubs showing interest in Sporting CP’s highly-rated centre-back, Ousmane Diomande.

The 21-year-old centre-back has emerged as a standout performer for Sporting CP, combining raw athleticism with maturity on the ball.



Diomande’s rise has been marked by success at both club and international levels.

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He played a key role in Sporting CP’s title-winning 2024–25 campaign and was also part of the Ivory Coast squad that lifted the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations — achievements that underscore his experience and winning mentality at just 21.

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Interest in Ousmane Diomande is heating up in the Premier League, with Arsenal, Manchester United, and Crystal Palace all reportedly tracking the Sporting CP centre-back.

Among them, Crystal Palace are considered the frontrunners, having engaged in preliminary talks with the Portuguese club.

According to A BOLA, Sporting have placed a €60 million price tag on the 21-year-old, significantly higher than his current market valuation of €45 million.

Confident in his rising profile and Premier League demand, the Portuguese club are standing firm on their valuation.

Liverpool, meanwhile, continues to monitor the situation closely as they explore defensive options under Arne Slot.

With several top-flight clubs circling, the coming weeks could prove decisive in Diomande’s next destination.

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