The transfer of RB Leipzig’s rising star Yan Diomande to Real Madrid, which was expected any day now, continues to drag on. The Ivorian was not seen during the Saxons’ friendly match against third-division club SC Verl (4-0) either. The official statement was that Diomande had an infection.
However, since he is also not on the roster for the training camp in Saalfelden, Austria—which began after the match against Verl—it can be assumed that negotiations are still ongoing behind the scenes. “As soon as he has recovered, he will join the team,” Leipzig announced.
It’s all about the money. According to various reports, Real Madrid is said to have offered 105 million euros, while RB Leipzig is reportedly demanding at least 120 million. Diomande, who joined Leipzig a year ago from Spanish second-division club CD Leganés for 20 million euros, does not have a buyout clause in his contract.
