PSG withdraws from race to sign Yan Diomande

Paris Saint-Germain has officially pulled out of the competition to sign 19-year-old forward Yan Diomande, as announced in a statement given to Sky Sports Germany on July 26, 2026. PSG was initially in a strong position to acquire Diomande before Real Madrid became involved in the transfer race. The club cited disproportionate financial demands from the player’s representatives as a primary reason for their withdrawal, emphasizing their commitment to rational financial management and squad balance. Observers note that other clubs, including Liverpool, still express interest in the player while Real Madrid is expected to conclude the deal soon.

• 2:03 AMYahoo Sports — PSG officially out of Diomande race