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PSG withdraws from Diomande transfer pursuit amid financial concerns

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 9:33 PM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

PSG withdraws from Diomande transfer pursuit amid financial concerns

Summary

Paris Saint-Germain has officially exited the race to sign Yan Diomande, citing excessive salary and transfer fee demands as the reason for their withdrawal. Reports suggest that Diomande is now likely to join Real Madrid, with transfer expert Fabrizio Romano indicating a deal is imminent. However, details are yet to be finalized, and RB may receive over €100 million if the transfer proceeds. This decision by PSG alters the of the transfer market for the talented Ivorian player.

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Key Details

•PSG has confirmed it will not pursue Yan Diomande.
•The club cited disproportionate transfer fee and salary expectations.
•Real Madrid is now viewed as the front-runner for Diomande.
•If the transfer proceeds, RB could receive more than €100 million.

Latest Updates

9:33 PMYahoo Sports — Totally excessive: top club pulls out of race for Diomande

What they're saying

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The transfer saga surrounding Yan Diomande has one fewer participant. As Florian Plettenberg from 'Sky' reports, PSG confirmed in response to the broadcaster’s inquiry that they have withdrawn from...
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