Real Madrid expected to agree 120 million euro deal for Yan Diomande

Real Madrid Expected to Agree 120 Million Euro Deal for Yan Diomande

Real Madrid are expected to reach a final agreement to sign RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande in a deal worth a total package of €120 million, according to reports. The Ivory Coast international has been the subject of intense interest from several top European clubs, including Paris Saint-Germain, Liverpool, and Manchester City.

The move comes as manager José Mourinho works to reestablish the club's dominance in Europe. Under Mourinho, Los Blancos have already completed several major signings, including Ibrahima Konaté, Denzel Dumfries, Bernardo Silva, and Marc Cucurella. The Spanish giants are also reportedly interested in Manchester City's Rodri following his successful World Cup campaign with Spain.

While Real Madrid are now considered the frontrunners for Diomande, the pursuit has been complex. Sky Germany reported that Madrid have verbally agreed on personal terms with the teenager. TalkSPORT further claimed the club reached an agreement in principle on a five-year deal. However, Sky Germany also noted that RB Leipzig, Real Madrid, and the player's camp had previously confirmed that no transfer fee had been agreed, disputing claims that the move was a "done deal." This follows a rejected bid of £85 million from Madrid last week.

Paris Saint-Germain were previously in the race and reportedly reached a deal with the player last month. However, RMC Sport reports that PSG have withdrawn from the pursuit after failing to agree to Leipzig's asking price. Reports suggest the French club was also unhappy with the player's agents after terms had been agreed.

The arrival of Diomande may trigger shifts within the current squad. Mourinho has reportedly informed Eduardo Camavinga that he will face a difficult battle for regular playing time this season, a view the manager held even before arriving at Valdebebas. While Camavinga has stated he does not want to leave the club at this stage, Real Madrid are exploring transfer options for the French midfielder, with Manchester United monitoring the situation.

Mourinho is also said to favor a loan move for Argentine youngster Franco Mastantuono, with Benfica showing interest. Conversely, the manager intends to keep Vinícius Júnior at the club. The Brazilian has been heavily linked with Arsenal, with the North London club prepared to offer a record contract to secure the transfer. According to The Telegraph, Arsenal are willing to present Vinícius with the most lucrative contract in their history, seeking to enhance his current weekly salary of £400,000.

Real Madrid's stance on Vinícius is firm, though nuanced. SPORT reports that the club would only begin negotiations to sell him if they receive a non-negotiable offer of at least £136 million. However, reports in Spain indicate the club wants to agree fresh terms with the player, who has one year remaining on his contract. AS reports that Vinícius' priority is to renew, with talks expected to resume next week when he returns from vacation. He reportedly seeks an annual salary of £17 million.

The ripple effects of these negotiations are felt across Europe. Liverpool are currently plotting a huge offer for PSG forward Bradley Barcola, who has turned down a new contract in Paris. While PSG values Barcola at £145 million—a price influenced by the £117 million and £116 million fees recently paid for Morgan Rogers and Elliot Anderson—Liverpool have reportedly agreed personal terms with the player on a contract running until 2032 and may offer over €100 million.

Other movements in the market include Manchester United agreeing personal terms with Manu Kone, with a potential offer to Roma worth approximately £42.7 million. Meanwhile, Chelsea are weighing an improved second bid for Bournemouth's 22-year-old Alex Scott after an initial £64 million approach was rejected.