Real Madrid has officially announced the signing of 19-year-old forward Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig in a historic transfer worth €125 million. The deal, which is set to be the most expensive in African football history, was finalized after several months of negotiations between the Spanish giants and the German club. Diomande, who has been linked with the club for much of the summer, will join the team on a long-term contract until 2033, marking a significant step in his career (mbl.is).
The transfer is expected to surpass the previous record set by Jude Bellingham, who joined Manchester City for €100 million in 2022. Multiple sources have reported that the fee could eventually reach €140 million, with the final agreement being reached after a series of back-and-forth discussions (cmjornal.pt). Diomande, who has been praised for his pace and technical ability, is seen as a key addition to Real Madrid’s future plans, especially under manager José Mourinho (noticiasaominuto.com).
The move has been confirmed by both clubs, with Real Madrid stating that the player will be part of the squad for the upcoming season. Diomande, who has been a regular in Leipzig’s youth teams, is now set to become one of the most expensive African players in history, with the transfer fee surpassing previous records (businessday.ng).
