Lille: It's official, Bafodé Diakité set to sign for Bournemouth | OneFootball

The centre-back is indeed leaving France's Ligue 1 this summer.

Bafodé Diakité / Lille

Bafodé Diakité is set to experience the English Premier League this season. The LOSC centre-back is preparing to join AFC Bournemouth after a full agreement was reached between the northern French club and the Cherries. The official announcement of the transfer is imminent.

This marks a new challenge for the Franco-Guinean defender in a league where he will have every opportunity to showcase his immense potential. Following several weeks of negotiations, Bournemouth has finally managed to strike a deal with Lille to secure the services of their 24-year-old defender. Diakité is now expected in the United Kingdom to undergo his medical and finalize his move.

According to L'Equipe, the transfer fee is set at €40 million, making Bafodé Diakité one of the most expensive defenders in the history of the northern club. His versatility and qualities, honed at Toulouse, had attracted the interest of several foreign clubs. But Bournemouth proved to be the most convincing, both in sporting and financial terms.