On 15 January 2019, he moved to Portugal, signing a contract with Sporting until 2024 with a €60 million release clause.[4] On 5 October of the following year, he was loaned to La Liga side SD Huesca, for one year.[5]
On 26 June 2023, Doumbia joined Qatar Stars League side Al-Ahli SC on a free transfer, signing a two-year contract;[8] with Sporting CP keeping 50% of his economic rights.[9]