Real Madrid Reach Agreement In Principle For Diomande
Real Madrid have reached an agreement in principle with RB Leipzig to sign highly rated Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande, with the 19-year-old also agreeing personal terms on a five-year contract.
Transfer expert Ben Jacobs revealed on Sunday that Madrid and Leipzig had reached a preliminary agreement, while Diomande had already accepted a contract that would keep him at the Santiago Bernabéu until 2031.
Diomande, born in Abidjan on November 14, 2006, joined Leipzig from Spanish club Leganés and enjoyed an impressive debut Bundesliga campaign.
The talented winger scored 12 goals and registered several assists in 33 league appearances, establishing himself as one of Europe's brightest young prospects.
The youngster also impressed for Ivory Coast at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where his performances played a key role in the Elephants' run to the knockout stage and attracted interest from several top European clubs.
The agreement follows reports that Diomande had already chosen Real Madrid despite previously reaching a verbal understanding with Paris Saint-Germain in June.
Madrid's initial offer of around €90 million plus €10 million in add-ons was rejected by Leipzig, prompting the Spanish giants to improve their bid before reaching the current agreement in principle.
News of the impending move generated widespread reactions on social media, with many fans praising the player's decision to join the Spanish giants and predicting that his arrival would further strengthen Madrid's squad.
If the deal is completed, Diomande will add more pace and creativity to Jose Mourinho's attacking options as Real Madrid continue to reshape their squad ahead of the new season.
The two clubs are expected to finalise the remaining details of the transfer, including the final fee, in the coming days.
Transfer expert Ben Jacobs revealed on Sunday that Madrid and Leipzig had reached a preliminary agreement, while Diomande had already accepted a contract that would keep him at the Santiago Bernabéu until 2031.
Diomande, born in Abidjan on November 14, 2006, joined Leipzig from Spanish club Leganés and enjoyed an impressive debut Bundesliga campaign.
The talented winger scored 12 goals and registered several assists in 33 league appearances, establishing himself as one of Europe's brightest young prospects.
The youngster also impressed for Ivory Coast at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where his performances played a key role in the Elephants' run to the knockout stage and attracted interest from several top European clubs.
The agreement follows reports that Diomande had already chosen Real Madrid despite previously reaching a verbal understanding with Paris Saint-Germain in June.
Madrid's initial offer of around €90 million plus €10 million in add-ons was rejected by Leipzig, prompting the Spanish giants to improve their bid before reaching the current agreement in principle.
News of the impending move generated widespread reactions on social media, with many fans praising the player's decision to join the Spanish giants and predicting that his arrival would further strengthen Madrid's squad.
If the deal is completed, Diomande will add more pace and creativity to Jose Mourinho's attacking options as Real Madrid continue to reshape their squad ahead of the new season.
The two clubs are expected to finalise the remaining details of the transfer, including the final fee, in the coming days.
