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Bournemouth Agrees Deal for Lorient Winger Dango Ouattara
Bournemouth has successfully secured a deal for the talented Lorient winger, Dango Ouattara, with the transfer fee estimated to be around £20 million.
At just 20 years old, Ouattara has showcased his prowess on the field by scoring six goals and providing six assists in 18 Ligue 1 appearances this season. The young winger's impressive performance has garnered attention, and Bournemouth, under the ownership of the recently appointed Bill Foley, has moved swiftly to secure his services.
Bill Foley is not just focused on strengthening the squad; he is also exploring the possibility of acquiring a stake in Lorient. This strategic move has seemingly facilitated the negotiation process for Ouattara's transfer.
With the Cherries facing a challenging situation in the Premier League, sitting just one point above the relegation zone, Foley is committed to fortifying Gary O'Neil's squad. Bournemouth has struggled in recent league games, managing to secure only three points from their last nine matches. The team's goal difference places them in a precarious position, with all three teams below them having a better standing.
Gary O'Neil, who was officially appointed as the permanent manager on November 27, has faced a challenging start, with the Cherries losing their last four Premier League games and experiencing six consecutive defeats in all competitions.
Ouattara's potential arrival marks a significant move for Bournemouth during the January transfer window. The 20-year-old, who boasts an international record of five goals from 11 caps for Burkina Faso, is poised to become the first signing for the Cherries in this transfer window. As the team strives to navigate away from the relegation zone, the addition of Ouattara brings both youthful energy and a proven goal-scoring ability, providing hope for an improved second half of the season.