Real Madrid edge closer to Yan Diomande deal
Real Madrid have reportedly moved a step closer to completing a deal to sign RB Leipzig star Yan Diomande, which could have implications for Vinicius Jr’s future at the club. The Brazilian has been linked with a move away from the La Liga giants this summer, with Arsenal mentioned as a potential destination.
It was reported on Saturday that Arsenal have joined the race to sign Vinicius, adding the 26-year-old to their list of potential transfer targets this summer. Diomande is another forward whose future has been the subject of intense speculation this summer, and now there has been a fresh update which could have a major impact elsewhere.
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Sky Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg has reported that Diomande has reached a 'verbal agreement' to complete a move to Madrid, provided Leipzig are able to agree a fee. Diomande is also said to have reached a similar agreement with Paris Saint-Germain, who have been strongly linked with the Ivory Coast international throughout the summer.
'verbal agreement'
The report indicates that Real have agreed a contract running until at least 2031 with Diomande, while Leipzig continue to hold out for in excess of €100million (£85million) to finalise any arrangement. The ramifications of Diomande's potential switch to Madrid could shape Vinicius' long-term future in the Spanish capital, suggesting Arsenal may well be monitoring developments closely for any further updates.
Vinicius' deal with Real expires next summer, which has fuelled speculation that a move away could materialise this summer as the La Liga giants look to avoid losing their prized forward on a free transfer in 12 months' time. What lies ahead for the 26-year-old this summer, and whether Arsenal's interest develops into anything more substantial, remains to be seen.
A recent report in The Telegraph claimed, however, that new Madrid boss Jose Mourinho has made his position crystal clear to club bosses, insisting he wants Vinicius to stay put and would be firmly against the winger completing a transfer to Arsenal.
Vinicius netted 22 goals for Madrid last season as they finished runners-up in La Liga and reached the Champions League quarter-final, and recently featured for the Brazil side that reached the last-16 of the World Cup.
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