Bournemouth is nearing a deal to sign French centre-back Bafode Diakite from Lille for around 34.6 million, which consists of an initial payment of 30.3 million plus 4.3 million in potential add-ons. The player, who is 24 years old, has made 85 appearances in Ligue 1 since joining Lille in 2022 and participated in 10 Champions League games last season. This signing comes as Bournemouth looks to reinforce its defense after selling several starting defenders, including Milos Kerkez and Dean Huijsen, for significant fees.
Bournemouth is finalizing the transfer of French centre-back Bafode Diakite from Lille for approximately 34.6m, which includes an initial fee of 30.3m.
Diakite, aged 24, has participated in 85 Ligue 1 matches since joining Lille and played 10 Champions League games last season.
The Cherries are actively looking to bolster their defense after selling key players, including Milos Kerkez and Dean Huijsen, for substantial fees.
With significant defenders leaving the club, Bournemouth is also interested in signing Chelsea's Josh Acheampong and Sevilla's Loic Bade.
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