Real Madrid are moving closer to securing the signature of RB Leipzig’s rising star Yan Diomande. According to reports from The Athletic, the Spanish giants are in the final stages of negotiations with the German club to finalize the transfer of the 19-year-old attacker.
Sky reporter Patrick Berger suggests that the financial terms of the deal are expected to land between €130 million and €140 million. Diomande has become a highly sought-after talent following a standout 2025-26 season with Leipzig, during which he contributed 13 goals and 10 assists across 36 competitive appearances.
The forward also gained international recognition while representing the Ivory Coast at the World Cup, where he started all four of his country's matches and recorded an assist. His consistent performances previously drew interest from several top-tier European clubs, including Liverpool, Manchester City, Arsenal, and Paris Saint-Germain. While Diomande had initially expressed a preference for a move to PSG, the French club eventually withdrew from the race as they were unwilling to meet Leipzig's valuation or the player's specific salary demands.
Real Madrid have identified the teenager as a primary target to bolster their frontline, valuing his versatility, dribbling ability, and blistering pace. The club is actively seeking to refresh its attacking options, particularly as Brahim Diaz has been linked with a departure and Franco Mastantuono nears a loan move to Fiorentina.
In other football news, the Premier League has issued a statement explaining why Tottenham were not awarded a penalty for James Maddison against Leeds. The Spurs midfielder was denied a big moment on his return from injury, with the league clarifying the decision-making process behind the controversial non-call.
The Ligue 1 giants are not prepared to meet Leipzig’s huge valuation or the player’s salary demands.
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