Real Madrid have signed Ivory Coast international Yan Diomande from German club RB Leipzig for a fee worth up to 140m euros (£120m), the BBC reports.
Key facts
- Real Madrid have signed Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig, according to the BBC.
- The deal is reported to be worth up to 140m euros (£120m).
- Diomande is an Ivory Coast international.
- Diomande joins from German side RB Leipzig.
Real Madrid have agreed a deal to sign Ivory Coast international Yan Diomande from German club RB Leipzig, according to the BBC. The transfer is reported to be worth up to 140m euros, equivalent to around £120m.
The move sees Diomande leave the Bundesliga club for Real Madrid. The BBC characterised the deal as reflecting the player’s ‘raw genius’, with the club said to be happy to pay the fee.
Further details of the contract length and the specific terms of the deal were not provided in the reporting available.
Why it matters
A transfer reported at up to £120m represents a significant move in the football market. The BBC framed Real Madrid's willingness to pay the fee around the talent it sees in Diomande.
Frequently asked questions
How much did Real Madrid pay for Yan Diomande?
According to the BBC, the deal is worth up to 140m euros, which is around £120m.
Which club is Diomande joining Real Madrid from?
Diomande is joining Real Madrid from German side RB Leipzig, as reported by the BBC.
What nationality is Yan Diomande?
Yan Diomande is an Ivory Coast international, according to the BBC.