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Crystal Palace preparing club-record bid for Ivorian defender Ousmane Diomande

Crystal Palace are preparing a record-breaking move for Sporting CP centre-back Ousmane Diomande as they look to reinforce their defence ahead of a likely summer reshuffle.

According to ChronicleLive, the Premier League side are readying a £45 million offer to tempt the Portuguese club, who are holding out for closer to £50 million.

Diomande has emerged as one of the most sought-after defensive prospects in European football, with Arsenal also monitoring his situation.

However, Palace are hoping to steal a march on their rivals by making the first formal approach in the coming weeks.

The 20-year-old Ivorian has impressed with his athleticism, technical ability, and composure, making him a top target for clubs across the continent.

Sporting remain firm in their valuation but are aware of growing interest and expect bids to escalate as the transfer window progresses.

Palace’s aggressive stance in the market is fuelled by the imminent departure of England international Marc Guehi, who is attracting significant interest from top Premier League sides.

Newcastle United and Chelsea are among the frontrunners, and the South London club is reportedly planning for life without him.

Diomande’s arrival would represent a major statement from Palace, not only in terms of the transfer fee—which would eclipse the club’s current record—but also their ambition to compete higher up the table under Oliver Glasner.

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