Real Madrid approaches club record transfer for Yan Diomande

Real Madrid is nearing an agreement to acquire 19-year-old winger Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig, with an announcement potentially coming within 24 hours. Negotiations progressed significantly, and Diomande is currently at Leipzig's training camp in Austria, awaiting clearance to travel to Madrid for his medical exam. The deal could set a new record for Madrid, with estimates for the transfer fee rising between €130-140 million, surpassing previous high-profile signings. Although there are ongoing legal issues regarding the player’s agency and image rights, these are not expected to hinder the completion of the transfer.

• 2:10 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid could announce club record transfer of teenage winger as early as tomorrow