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Nottingham Forest sign defender Ousmane Diomande from Sporting CP
What happened
English Championship side Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of Ousmane Diomande, a 21-year-old defender from Sporting CP, on a long-term contract. The transfer was finalised on 11 August 2026, marking Forest's latest move in their squad rebuild under manager Steve Cooper.
Key facts
Ousmane Diomande joined Nottingham Forest from Sporting CP on 11 August 2026 on a long-term deal.
The transfer was confirmed by Nottingham Forest via their official channels.
Diomande is 21 years old at the time of the transfer.
Nottingham Forest is based in Nottingham, England, and plays in the Championship.
Sporting CP is a football club based in Lisbon, Portugal, competing in the Primeira Liga.
Context
Ousmane Diomande is a defender who previously played for Sporting CP in Portugal's Primeira Liga before his move to England. Nottingham Forest is an English football club currently competing in the Championship, the second tier of English football. The club has been active in the transfer market, aiming to strengthen its squad following recent promotions and relegations. Steve Cooper has been the manager of Nottingham Forest since September 2023, overseeing their transition between leagues.