Yan Diomande has described his move to Real Madrid as an opportunity that could not be rejected after completing a €125m transfer from RB Leipzig earlier this month.
The 19-year-old winger spoke about his switch to the Spanish club after Real Madrid agreed a deal for him that could rise further with bonuses. His contract with the club runs until the middle of 2033.
Diomande’s comments reflect the scale of the move, with Real Madrid securing one of the most sought-after young players involved in the transfer. Paris St-Germain and Liverpool were also reported to be among the clubs interested in signing him before the agreement with the Spanish side was completed.
The player’s arrival gives Real Madrid a new attacking option ahead of the club’s upcoming La Liga fixture. Jose Mourinho’s side will be away to Espanyol on Saturday in the opening round of the competition.
Real Madrid completed the transfer at the beginning of the current month, bringing Diomande to the club from German side RB Leipzig. The fee was set at €125m, excluding any additional performance-related bonuses.
The long-term contract underlines the club’s commitment to the teenager, who has agreed terms through mid-2033. His move to Madrid came despite competition from both Paris St-Germain and Liverpool, who had also been listed among the contenders for his signature.
Diomande is now set to begin his Real Madrid career with the club preparing for its first La Liga match of the campaign. The immediate focus will be Saturday’s away game against Espanyol, with Jose Mourinho’s team starting its league schedule on the road.
His transfer is one of the most notable developments involving a teenage winger this month, although the confirmed financial details remain a €125m fee before bonuses. The agreement with Real Madrid ends the competition for his signature and places Diomande at one of Europe’s most prominent clubs.
Speaking about the decision, Diomande’s message was clear: “You cannot say no to Real Madrid.”
