Forest sign Sporting's Ivory Coast defender Diomande

Ousmane Diomande helped Ivory Coast reach the World Cup knockout stage for the first time this summer [Getty Images]Nottingham Forest have signed Ivory Coast defender Ousmane Diomande from Portuguese club Sporting in a deal worth a reported £34m.The 22-year-old has signed a four-year contract with Forest, who have an option for a further year."I am very happy to be here. It is a historic club, and it motivates me to join such a club," said Diomande, who played for his country at the 2026 W