RB Leipzig may yet include Yan Diomandé in their squad for the training camp in Saalfelden, Austria. The decision will be made on Saturday morning, just hours before the team departs following their match against 3. Liga side Verl. According to Sky reporter Florian Plettenberg, the Bundesliga side-4th in the final 2025 table with 56 points from 29 games (17 wins, 5 draws, 7 losses)-did not respond to Real Madrid’s latest offer, stalling negotiations.
What happened?
Talks between RB Leipzig and Real Madrid over the 19-year-old Ivorian winger Yan Diomandé have stalled after Leipzig failed to reply to Madrid’s latest bid, surprising the Spanish club. Diomandé himself hopes to stay in Leipzig and await a breakthrough. A final call on his camp participation is expected Saturday, though full training involvement is unlikely to avoid jeopardizing a potential move.
Why does this matter for RB Leipzig?
Diomandé is one of the club’s brightest prospects. His inclusion in the camp would signal Leipzig’s intent to retain him, at least for now. With 56 goals scored and 36 conceded last season (+20 goal difference) and a 4th-place finish, 20 points behind leaders Bayern München, the club may lean on its young stars to close the gap. Currently, Viggo Gebel is sidelined, adding complexity to their plans.
What comes next?
If Diomandé skips the trip, it could indicate advanced talks with Real Madrid. Plettenberg notes there are no personal issues between the player and the 14-time Champions League winners. Diomandé is said to have mentally moved on from Leipzig, but any transfer hinges on club agreement.
