Chelsea are pushing ahead of Arsenal and Newcastle United in a potential summer tussle to sign Ousmane Diomande.
The 20-year-old has been connected to numerous teams throughout Europe throughout the majority of the season. On Thursday, the Italian media reported that Juventus, who would probably struggle to finance a transfer, was also interested in the player.
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The youngster’s camp has already been contacted by Chelsea, who have demonstrated their ability and desire to spend €60 million for the player, according to Record. Sporting is looking for a little bit more, and the Blues would be willing to pay €80 million with bonuses to make up the difference. They would then be ahead of Newcastle and Arsenal.
Chelsea have been repeatedly watching Diomande in action for Sporting this season. Whilst the interest is likely genuine, the finances may be something of a stretch.
Without big sales this summer, likely of homegrown players, Mauricio Pochettino’s side will struggle to spend big in the market.
That could provide an opportunity for Arsenal or Newcastle United to push back in.
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