After Yan Diomande, Real Madrid is monitoring another Ivorian talent

Real Madrid is reportedly closely tracking the development of Bryan Zamblé, the 18-year-old Ivorian forward playing for San Diego FC. The young player, born in Abidjan to an Ivorian father and a Moroccan mother, is beginning to make a name for himself in MLS.

Rapid rise in the United States

After seven years at the Right to Dream Academy, Bryan Zamblé joined San Diego FC and signed his first professional contract on February 19, 2026, his 18th birthday. His adjustment to professional football has been remarkably swift. Just two days after inking his contract, he made his debut against CF Montréal and found the net just four minutes after stepping onto the pitch.

Since the start of the 2026 season, Zamblé has featured in eight MLS matches, netting two goals in just 132 minutes of play. Primarily deployed as a left winger, he also boasts the ability to operate through the middle. His contract is currently guaranteed until the end of 2026, but San Diego FC holds options to extend his stay through the 2029/30 season.

Real Madrid keeping a close watch on his development

Bryan Zamblé’s profile fits seamlessly with the strategy Real Madrid has often employed in recent years: identifying young talents with high potential before their value and exposure skyrocket on the transfer market. At just 18, the Ivorian youth international is still in the early stages of discovering professional football.

His attacking versatility could nonetheless prove to be a key asset in his progression. Comfortable playing either on the left flank or centrally, Zamblé has a profile that could see him fill multiple roles depending on his team's needs.

Aliou Toundé |

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