Crystal Palace transfer target Ousmane Diomande

Crystal Palace will get a close look at transfer target Ousmane Diomande tonight, with the defender set to feature for Sporting CP against Arsenal in the Champions League quarterfinals.

The first leg takes place in Lisbon, before the return fixture in London on April 15. For Crystal Palace, this tie offers a timely opportunity to assess a player they have followed closely for months.

Diomande, 22, has become a key player for Sporting. He has already featured heavily this season, combining domestic league action with European appearances. In Liga Portugal alone, he has played over 1,100 minutes, showing consistency in selection and performance.

Standing at 190cm, the centre-back brings strong physical presence. He also contributes defensively with regular clearances and duels won, while remaining comfortable in possession. His profile fits what many Premier League clubs now seek in central defenders.

That includes Crystal Palace, who have already come close to signing him.

Previous move and Crystal Palace transfer interest

Last summer, Crystal Palace had a €55m (£47m) offer in mind for Ousmane Diomande. The move did not go through, but the interest has remained.

The London club continue to monitor him closely. The...