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Yan Diomande set to join Real Madrid for record transfer fee

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 6:36 AM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Yan Diomande set to join Real Madrid for record transfer fee
Summary

Yan Diomande, a 19-year-old winger, is close to signing with Real Madrid in a transfer exceeding £100 million. This deal marks both a record for RB Leipzig and a historic signing for Real Madrid. Diomande's rapid rise in football began less than 18 months ago when he joined Leganes after struggling through various trials. Since then, he has established himself as a standout player in the Bundesliga, scoring 13 goals and providing 10 assists in his first full season. His move comes amid significant interest from clubs including Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain.

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Key Details
  • •Diomande is expected to become the most expensive African player in history.
  • •He began his professional career with Leganes before moving to RB Leipzig.
  • •Diomande's development has been remarkable, rising from relative obscurity.
  • •He played for Ivory Coast in the recent World Cup.
Latest Updates
  • 6:36 AMYahoo Sports — Diomande's rapid and remarkable rise to Real Madrid
  • 6:28 AMBBC Sport — Diomande's rapid and remarkable rise to Real Madrid
What they're saying
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Yan Diomande has quickly gone from being a relatively unknown winger to the brink of becoming Real Madrid's record signing.

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Yan Diomande has quickly gone from being a relatively unknown winger to the brink of becoming Real Madrid's record signing.

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