Bournemouth are in advanced talks with Lille over a deal for Bafode Diakite.
The 24-year-old defender has been on Bournemouth’s radar for the past two years and is back in focus as they look to strengthen at centre back.
Diakite was the subject of interest from Sunderland earlier this summer and is valued around £30million.
He rose through the youth ranks of Toulouse before making his debut for the club at the age of 17.
Over four seasons with Toulouse’s first team, Diakite made 82 appearances in all competitions, scoring seven goals.