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Vinicius linked to Arsenal transfer as Diomande heads to Madrid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 6:20 AM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Vinicius linked to Arsenal transfer as Diomande heads to Madrid

Summary

Transfer speculation intensifies as Vinicius is reportedly close to a move to Arsenal, with Real Madrid set to settle for £160 million. Meanwhile, Madrid is poised to acquire Leipzig winger Diomande for around £120 million. In team updates, Atlético Madrid has Kang-in Lee taking over Antoine Griezmann’s No. 7 shirt, and Barcelona remains focused on Julián Álvarez without overspending. Additionally, Andrea Pirlo's national team deal faces delays due to complications involving Russian sponsorships, intertwining sports with geopolitics.

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By the Numbers

•Vinicius linked to Arsenal for £160 million transfer.
•Diomande's move to Madrid could cost around £120 million.
•Kang-in Lee inherits Griezmann's No. 7 jersey at Atlético.
•Barcelona prioritizes Julián Álvarez under budget constraints.
•Pirlo's national team deal delayed by sponsorship issues.

Latest Updates

6:20 AMYahoo Sports — 🗞️ The back pages: Vinicius leaves, Diomande arrives, Pirlo stalls

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What a Sunday of transfer-market headlines. And with some of this blessed sport’s biggest names on the front pages too.Half of Europe is talking about Vinicius possibly joining Arsenal. The Telegrap...
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