The report says Ipswich have agreed terms for Diop as they strengthen after promotion. A centre-back addition is a logical priority for a side stepping into a division where injuries, suspensions and fixture congestion can quickly expose a thin squad.
The reported fee also points to a targeted investment rather than a short-term loan solution. Ipswich would be backing a player with top-flight experience to help raise the floor of their defensive group.
Diop’s recent situation at Fulham appears to have created an opening. The report says regular football proved difficult, with the defender often used as cover rather than as a first-choice centre-back.
That context could make Ipswich attractive. The club would offer a route to a more prominent role, while Diop would bring experience of the physical and tactical demands Ipswich are about to face.
For a promoted side, the value is not limited to starting appearances. A reliable senior defender can provide cover across a long campaign and help newer Premier League players adapt to the pace of the division.
From Fulham’s perspective, Diop’s potential departure would be part of a wider defensive reshaping. The report says he does not appear to be central to the new manager’s plans, making a permanent transfer a practical outcome if the agreement progresses.
Ipswich, meanwhile, still need to complete the formal stages before treating the move as done. The next key steps will be the medical, final paperwork and registration. If those are completed, Diop could become one of the first significant pieces in Ipswich’s effort to build a Premier League-ready defence.