Real Madrid pursues Ousmane Diomande after rejected offer

Real Madrid has intensified its efforts to sign 19-year-old RB Leipzig defender Ousmane Diomande, following a failed initial bid of 100 million euros. While German media report that the club values the Ivorian international at approximately 130 million euros, sources indicate that a proposal of 120 million euros could potentially finalize the transfer. RB Leipzig has remained firm in its stance, previously turning down a similar offer from Liverpool.

Despite the club-level stalemate, reports suggest that Real Madrid has reached a personal agreement with the player. Although earlier rumors indicated Diomande had been in talks with Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool, the Spanish club is now positioning itself as the primary suitor. Real Madrid is expected to return with an improved offer to bridge the valuation gap, prioritizing this defensive acquisition alongside their ongoing interest in Manchester City's Rodri. The player, often referred to as a versatile defensive talent, has become the subject of intense summer transfer speculation.