Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Widely reportedMirror FootballUnverified source· 27 Jul 2026
PSG slam Real Madrid over Yan Diomande chase
PSG ended their interest in the 19-year-old but took a fresh swipe at Real Madrid.
Y. Diomande
player
Player
Yan Diomande
Position
Midfielder
Current club
RB Leipzig
Linked club
Real Madrid
Reported fee
At least £100m
What happened. PSG confirmed they ended pursuit of Yan Diomande, then issued a statement criticizing Real Madrid for the inflated fee.
- PSG say they won't 'break the bank' for Diomande.
- Real Madrid had an £85m bid rejected last week.
- PSG claim the fee shows 'where Real Madrid are right now'.
“They were asking for crazy money for a player who has potential but was playing in the Spanish second division one year ago.”
— PSG statement
Real Madrid may still pursue Diomande despite PSG's withdrawal.
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