Oumar Diakité, a 22-year-old Ivorian, was identified as a potential target for Lincoln City earlier in the transfer window. The club's interest faded after the Stade de Reims forward indicated he was not interested in a move to the Championship. Other English clubs have shown interest, and it has been reported that Bolton Wanderers made an opening offer. Queens Park Rangers and Preston North End have also been credited with an interest in the player. It is understood that he favours a move to England. Schalke were previously linked with the player, but it is now said that this option has receded. Amedspor, Basel, and clubs in Turkey have also been mentioned as possible destinations. It has been reported that Diakité's current club, Reims, have told him he can leave because he is not part of their plans. A report from France claims he has been moved to the reserve team while his future is being resolved. Earlier reports in the summer suggested that a transfer fee of approximately €3 million would be needed for the player. He is also expected to command a five-figure weekly salary. The Ivory Coast international has 31 caps and 6 goals for his country. He joined Reims from RB Salzburg in July 2023 for a reported fee of €2.5 million and is under contract until 2028. It was reported in April 2026 that Cercle Bruges had a €5 million purchase option on the player, which the club considered too expensive. Transfermarkt lists his current market value as €5.00m.