Real Madrid signs Yan Diomande for up to 140 million
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Real Madrid announced the signing of Ivorian winger Yan Diomande for up to 140 million euros. The agreement, which exceeds the club's historical record, links the player to the Santiago Bernabéu until 2033.
Real Madrid officially announced the incorporation of Yan Diomande through a statement published on August 6, 2026.2 The club did not reveal the exact figure of the transfer, but media reported an agreement for up to 140 million euros, including variables.3,2 Diomande's contract with Real Madrid runs for seven seasons, until 2033.3,2
Diomande, 19, joined European football in November 2024, when he turned 18.4 His first European club was CD Leganés, where he played in the subsidiary during the 2024-2025 season in the First Division.4 In January 2025, Diomande was loaned to Leganés, although his contract stated that he would be part of the subsidiary team.4
After his time at Leganés, Diomande signed for RB Leipzig, where he stood out and caught the attention of Real Madrid.3,2 German media reported that RB Leipzig would lose a key player for next season due to the transfer.1
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