Breaking: Mourinho backs Real Madrid's £85m move for Ivory Coast winger Diomande

Breaking: Mourinho backs Real Madrid's £85m move for Ivory Coast winger Diomande

Real Madrid manager José Mourinho has told the club to sign RB Leipzig’s Ivory Coast international Yan Diomande, according to transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano. Mourinho told the Madrid board he needs “even more speed” and fresh legs upfront, and has approved Diomande as his top target. Reports say Madrid have already submitted a £85 million bid—£75 million fixed plus £10 million in add‑ons—for the 23‑year‑old winger.

The move signals Mourinho’s intent to rebuild Madrid’s attack with pace and highlights the growing market value of African players in Europe’s elite clubs. For Leipzig, losing Diomande would mean losing a key attacking option ahead of the new season.

If the deal goes through, watch for the official announcement from Real Madrid and consider how the fee might affect Diomande’s early‑season performance. Will the Ivorian thrive under the pressure of a record‑breaking fee, or will the steep price tag add unnecessary pressure as he adapts to life at the Bernabéu?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/07/25/transfer-mourinho-tells-real-madrid-next-player-to-sign/