Real Madrid shifts focus from Rodri to winger signing Diomande
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Real Madrid has paused negotiations for Manchester City's midfielder Rodri while prioritizing the signing of winger Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig. The club is finalizing the deal for Diomande, who has agreed to personal terms for a five-year contract. Although initial talks with Manchester City for Rodri were expected to commence, they have been delayed until Diomande's signing is completed. Rodri remains a target for Madrid, especially after his impressive World Cup performances, but the club is currently redirecting attention to finalize this transfer first.
- •Real Madrid prioritizes winger Yan Diomande's signing from RB Leipzig.
- •Negotiations with Manchester City for Rodri are temporarily on hold.
- •Personal terms for Diomande have been fully agreed upon.
- •Rodri's performances have increased his priority status for Real Madrid.
- •Official presentations for new signings will be delayed until club president returns.
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid temporarily pause move for Man City midfielder to prioritise winger signing
"According to Jose Felix Diaz of AS, Real Madrid have temporarily slowed their pursuit of Rodri as the club concentrates on finalising the signing of RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande.While the Spanish mi...
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