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Diomande returns from vacation as Leipzig prepares for major sale

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 10:26 AM

Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Diomande returns from vacation as Leipzig prepares for major sale

Summary

RB Leipzig's World Cup players, including Yan Diomande, returned for performance tests after their vacations on July 27, 2026. Diomande, linked with a transfer to Real Madrid, is among those under evaluation as talks between the two clubs progress following positive discussions the previous day. Conflicting reports exist regarding the status of the transfer, with some sources indicating that a deal could be finalized this week. Leipzig is on the brink of a record sale, having previously rejected multiple €100 million offers for Diomande after setting a benchmark with Josko Gvardiol's €90 million move to Manchester City.

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What We Know

•Diomande returns following World Cup participation and vacation.
•RB Leipzig conducts performance tests on July 27, 2026.
•Real Madrid leads in negotiations to acquire Diomande.
•Leipzig declined multiple offers over €100 million for Diomande.
•Gvardiol's transfer is Leipzig's current record at €90 million.

Latest Updates

10:26 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid-linked Diomande returns after vacation as RB Leipzig set for club-record sale

What they're saying

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RB Leipzig’s World Cup stars are undergoing performance tests on Monday after the end of their vacations. Real Madrid-bound Yan Diomande is among the returnees as the two clubs are expected to conti...
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