Arsenal are 'serious' about securing a deal for Sporting CP star Ousmane Diomande and have made an offer, though the Premier League title challengers will face competition from Bayern Munich and Chelsea. (Record - Portugal)

Chelsea have been scouting Ousmane Diomande regularly and have reportedly already made approaches to sign the talented young defender. The defender has a release clause of £68 million in his contract, but he could be available for a lesser fee. Chelsea need to bring in upgrades on Benoit Badiashile and Axel Disasi.

Ousmane Diomande has been associated with a potential move to Chelsea, where it is suggested he might receive more playing time at Stamford Bridge. The Blues are reportedly seeking upgrades for players such as Axel Disasi and Benoit Badiashile, who have not delivered particularly impressive performances since their arrival. It is believed that Diomande could be an improvement on these players and would align with Chelsea's recent recruitment strategy under the current ownership, which has focused on acquiring top young talent from around the globe.