Yan Diomande to Madrid: special request from José Mourinho

The Special One demands more pace in attack

Africa 25 July 2026 at 06:31

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Yan Diomande to Madrid: special request from José Mourinho

On Friday, Real Madrid submitted an initial €100 million bid for Yan Diomande, but Leipzig swiftly rejected the offer. Behind this move from Los Blancos stands a special request from José Mourinho.

More firepower up front

According to Fabrizio Romano, Mourinho has made it clear to Madrid’s management that he needs “more speed” and fresh blood in his attacking line. Even with Vinícius Júnior and Kylian Mbappé already in the squad, The Special One is eager to further bolster his front line.

🚨⚪️ José Mourinho has approved Yan Diomande as top target for Real Madrid.

Mourinho indicated to Madrid board his need to have “even more speed” and fresh legs upfront. pic.twitter.com/dzgGodNx8J
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 25, 2026

The young Ivorian winger at Leipzig, with his attacking flair and explosive pace, ticks all the boxes. And after Leipzig already turned down the €100 million offer, Madrid are preparing a fresh proposal. Mourinho’s green light could accelerate negotiations in a transfer saga that is already making Paris Saint-Germain nervous.

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