Liverpool and Arsenal They are reportedly in a battle over a deal to sign Sporting CP star Ousmane Diomande this summer, according to the Portuguese outlet. O Jogo.
The Reds could reportedly look to sign a new defender in the next window as a possible replacement for Joel Matip, who has entered the final months of his current contract and looks likely to leave the club as a free agent.
The Merseyside club have been linked with a few defensive options of late, including Antonio Silva and Gonçalo Inácio, but Diomande is now emerging as a serious option.
According to the report of O Jogo(through Press reader), Liverpool have been closely monitoring Diomande's development before making a swooping move this summer.
The report further claims that the African has a release clause worth around £69 million included in his current contract, so Liverpool will have to spend big money to acquire the defender's service during the off-season.
Battle
However, O Jogo claims that Arsenal are also interested in signing Diomande and have been closely monitoring his development ahead of a potential transfer. The report says that along with the Gunners, Chelsea, Newcastle UnitedEdit And Juventus are also planning a raid for him. Liverpool will therefore face fierce competition from their rivals to secure any potential deal for him.
O Jogo He claims that Diomande has been attracted by the prospect of playing under Massimiliano Allegri and is therefore keen to join Juventus. Therefore, Liverpool or Arsenal will have to find a way to convince the African to join the national team. first division if any of the clubs formalize their interest.
Arsenal have struggled with back injury problems this season, as while Jurrien Timber has been ruled out for most of this campaign after suffering a serious knee problem earlier this season, Takehiro Tomiyasu has been sidelined for an injury for much of the season. that term. Therefore, it has been suggested that Arsenal could look to sign a new defender this summer to bolster their defensive line.
Diomande is a talented player and has great potential, so he would be a smart signing for Arsenal or Liverpool if either club were to acquire him. However, it remains to be seen whether the Gunners or the Merseyside club will finally be able to secure his signature ahead of next season.
