Last updated: 15 August 2026. Every transfer below was checked against the sources listed at the end of this article on that date.
Two genuinely African transfer stories worth tracking this window, both now fully confirmed.
Diomande Completes Forest Move
Nottingham Forest completed the signing of Ivory Coast defender Ousmane Diomande from Sporting CP on 11 August 2026, in a deal reported at around โฌ40m (ยฃ34.3m) on a five-year contract. Diomande was part of Ivory Coast's Africa Cup of Nations-winning squad in 2024, and Forest saw off competition from Arsenal and Manchester United.
Onyedika Joins Eintracht Frankfurt
Nigeria midfielder Raphael Onyedika's move from Club Brugge to Eintracht Frankfurt was confirmed on 1 August 2026, in a deal reported at around โฌ9m rising to โฌ10m with bonuses, on a contract to 2031. Frankfurt had to see off a late attempt by Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad to hijack the deal.
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Key Takeaways
- Ousmane Diomande's โฌ40m move from Sporting CP to Nottingham Forest is complete.
- Raphael Onyedika's move from Club Brugge to Eintracht Frankfurt was confirmed on 1 August 2026.
- Both players are genuine African internationals moving to major European leagues.
FAQ
Q: Which club did Ousmane Diomande join?
Nottingham Forest, confirmed 11 August 2026.
Q: Where is Raphael Onyedika playing now?
Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga, after his move from Club Brugge.
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Sources
- Sky Sports โ Ousmane Diomande: Nottingham Forest sign Sporting defender for ยฃ34.3m
- Bundesliga.com โ Eintracht Frankfurt sign Nigeria international midfielder Raphael Onyedika
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