Transfer: Oumar Diakité joins Sturm Graz on loan with option to buy

On September 2, 2026, Stade de Reims announced the loan of Oumar Diakité to SK Sturm Graz in the Austrian Bundesliga for the 2026-2027 season. The 22-year-old Ivorian international, who has previously played in the Austrian second division, aims to revive his career in a more competitive league and participate in the Europa League. Several clubs, including Championship teams, had shown interest in the striker before his move to Austria.