New Delhi: Despite adding three defenders during the most recent summer transfer window, Manchester United’s defense has remained weak. They have already conceded 11 goals in nine Premier League games, and in order to improve the Old Trafford team, new manager Ruben Amorim needs to resolve the defensive dilemma Amorim wants to sign Ivorian international Ousmane Diomande to Manchester United, according to a few reports.
The African defender was also a part of the AFCON winning side, and has truly exceled under the guidance of the Portuguese manager. He has already started eight league games this season and assisted Sporting CP in keeping six clean sheets. He played the entire ninety minutes as the Lions trounced Estrela 5-1 at home last night. Sporting will only permit the departure of their valued asset if the £70 million release clause is triggered. According to Portuguese media, the termination clause’s true value is 80 million euros, or £67.4 million.
Who is Ousmane Diomande?
Manchester United ‘considering’ Ousmane Diomande swoop ahead of summer transfer window #mufc https://t.co/c49MpKeXd7 pic.twitter.com/3achhFjRlD
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Diomande, a 20-year-old defender from Ivory Coast, is making a reputation for himself in Europe by playing for Portuguese giants Sporting Lisbon. His solid passing makes him a great asset for any team that would play for, and he is one of the examples of modern defenders who also likes to take the charge going forward with an exceptional ability to run forward, which is quite popular these days for a central defender. Besides, he is pretty solid with his defensive attributes as well, building his reputation as a hard tackling defender.
Arsenal have also showed their interest in signing the defender since last summer, when their £30 million offer was rejected. However the links eventually failed and then came United searching for the African diamond. This season, Diomande has already had a strong start for Sporting CP, producing solid performances at the back, and his Amorim is looking to bring him to United to re-unite with his former player with whom he spent three seasons.
Do Manchester United need Diomande in their squad?
🚨 Ruben Amorim wants to take Sporting centre-back Ousmane Diomande, who is rated at £70m, with him to Manchester United.
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The Red Devils spent a lot of money in the summer to entice French super-talent Leny Yoro, but regrettably, the young player has been receiving treatment ever since his move was completed. However, Matthijs de Ligt, an experienced center half, was also signed by United. This season, the Dutchman hasn’t been at his best. In addition, the center defence of the 20-time English champions includes Martinez, Maguire, Evans, and Lindelof.
Man United shouldn’t really spend any more money on central defenders after spending well over £100 million on them in recent years. Amorim should use the current group before considering acquiring Ousmane Diomande. With the Red Devils’ injury record, Diomande might just turn out to be a long term replacement for the ageing defence, but a contract close to £70 Million doesn’t quite sound like the best deal for this Manchester United side.
