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Real Madrid Expected to Sign Ivorian Teen Yan Diomande
Real Madrid beat several European rivals for the 19-year-old winger after Leipzig rejected earlier bids and held out for a fee above €100 million.
- Real Madrid has effectively secured 19-year-old winger Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig in a deal expected to reach €120 million including bonuses, capping off a competitive transfer saga.
- RB Leipzig initially rejected Real Madrid's €100 million opening bid on Friday, publicly holding out for a transfer package closer to €130 million despite weeks of negotiation.
- Paris Saint-Germain had previously agreed personal terms with Diomande until 2031 but withdrew after determining Leipzig's valuation exceeded their financial limits.
- Diomande is expected to travel to Madrid this week for a medical and contract signing, as coach Jose Mourinho aims to inject pace and directness into the team's attack.
- The signing aligns with Real Madrid's strategy of recruiting elite young talent and positions Diomande to complement stars like Kylian Mbappe as the club pursues sustained success.
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