Glasgow Rangers are closing in on the signing of Ivorian forward Oumar Diakité, with negotiations ongoing to finalise his transfer from French side Stade de Reims before the summer window closes.
The 21-year-old striker has drawn interest after limited game time with Reims, prompting the Scottish club to step forward with a €10 million bid.
According to AfricaSoccer, Reims have responded positively to the proposal but are insisting on a 15% sell-on clause as part of the agreement.
Rangers sporting director Kevin Thelwell is said to be leading discussions as the two clubs work through the final details of the deal.
Should an agreement be reached swiftly, Diakité is expected to travel to Scotland within hours to complete the move and embark on a new stage in his career.
For the young forward, this transfer could provide a platform to reignite his career and secure more regular playing time.
After showing promise in his earlier seasons, Diakité has struggled for minutes with Reims, making this potential switch to Ibrox an opportunity to regain momentum and re-establish himself at the top level.
Reims, currently building for the future, have Diakité under contract until June 2028, but the offer from Rangers, coupled with the inclusion of a resale clause, has made a deal appealing to the Ligue 1 side.
Talks between the clubs are described as advanced, with optimism that an agreement can be concluded before the window shuts.
Diakité’s move would add depth and attacking power to a Rangers squad aiming to strengthen ahead of a demanding domestic and European campaign.
For Reims, the deal represents an opportunity to secure a significant fee while retaining a financial stake in the player’s future.
The forward’s current market value is estimated at €6 million by Transfermarkt, with his annual salary at Reims reported to be €500,000.
A move to Rangers would not only present him with increased exposure but also a chance to play a central role in a team competing for trophies.
With the clock ticking on the transfer deadline, all parties are working to finalise the paperwork and logistics required to complete the switch.
Should the negotiations proceed as expected, Diakité’s imminent departure will mark the end of his time in Ligue 1 and open a new chapter in Scotland, where expectations will be high for him to deliver.
