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Yan Diomandé signs at Real Madrid: Ivorian becomes history's most expensive African player
Herz — World Desk · · 30s summary · 1 min read
The essentials
Ivorian international Yan Diomandé signed at Real Madrid on August 6, 2026, according to an announcement reported by Le Monde. The Spanish club reportedly spent €125 million for the transfer—a figure not officially confirmed by the clubs. This transfer makes Diomandé the most expensive African player in football history. Just a year ago, in August 2025, he was still unknown to the general public.
- Seven-year contract at Real Madrid, announced on August 6, 2026
- Transfer fee estimated at €125 million by Le Monde, not officially confirmed
- Yan Diomandé becomes the most expensive African player in football history
- Unknown to the general public roughly a year ago, in August 2025
What we know
Ivorian international Yan Diomandé signed at Real Madrid for seven seasons, according to Le Monde. The agreement was announced on August 6, 2026.
The Spanish club reportedly spent €125 million on this transfer—a figure reported conditionally and not officially confirmed by either club.
This transfer makes Yan Diomandé the most expensive African player in football history.
One year to the top
Just a year ago, in August 2025, Yan Diomandé was still unknown to the general public. His rise to Real Madrid unfolded in just one season.
What remains uncertain
The exact transfer fee—estimated at €125 million by Le Monde—has not been officially confirmed by Real Madrid or the selling club.
Who is Yan Diomandé?
Yan Diomandé is an Ivorian international footballer. He was still unknown to the general public roughly a year ago, in August 2025, before his rapid rise to Real Madrid.
How much did Real Madrid pay for this transfer?
According to Le Monde, the transfer cost reportedly €125 million. This figure, reported conditionally, has not been officially confirmed by the clubs.
What record does Yan Diomandé set?
With this transfer, Yan Diomandé becomes the most expensive African player in football history.
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