Jose Mourinho maintains integration plan for Yan Diomande at Real Madrid

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho intends to continue his cautious integration of teenage winger Yan Diomande into the first team. Despite his high-profile transfer from RB Leipzig for €125 million plus €15 million in add-ons, the 19-year-old has yet to start in any of the four La Liga matches played this season. Mourinho has opted to start Arda Guler on the right wing in three matches, with Brahim Diaz starting the other. Diomande has logged 83 minutes across four appearances as a substitute, failing to record a goal or assist. The manager seeks to protect the player from the pressure associated with his significant price tag and the accompanying expectations. This strategy persists despite scrutiny following the team's recent 1-0 loss to Real Betis.

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