Ruben Amorim is already working on the work he wants to do with the Red Devils. According to the English press, Ousmane Diomandé is in the Portuguese's favor.
Appointed new coach Manchester UnitedRuben Amorim is actively preparing the future of the English club. Known for his strategic choices, the Portuguese technician would have targeted several recruits to strengthen his workforce, particularly in defense, with the name of Ousmane Diomandé.
Among the avenues mentioned, the one leading to the Ivorian defender of Sporting, who was the captain of the Portuguese team during his stay in Lisbon, comes up frequently. According to the British daily MetroRuben Amorim would have personally spoken with the young Ivorian international to convince him to join Old Trafford.
Not the only Premier League club out there
Aged 20, the Ivorian central defender is currently shining at Sporting Portugal. The native of Abidjan has experienced an increasing trajectory since his arrival in January 2023 at Sporting. Recruited from Midtjylland for €7.5 million, his market value has exploded, reaching around €80 million today. His performances in Liga Portugal, under the aegis of Amorim, make him one of the most promising young talents in European football in his position.
However, Manchester United will face tough competition to secure his services. Manchester City and Arsenal would also have looked into the matter, assures Sky Sport. Which could raise the stakes for interested Premier League clubs. Amorim, who is banking on his past relationship with Diomandé, nevertheless hopes to make him a pillar of the Mancunian defense. There Ivory Coast could certainly have another Elephants in the English elite alongside Amad Diallo, Simon Adingra, Maxwell Cornet, Willy Boly and Ibrahim Sangaré. A nice contingent.
Hicham Bennis
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