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The race for RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande has taken another dramatic turn as Manchester City have reportedly entered the fray with a significant financial opening. While the Premier League champions prepare to flex their muscles, the Ivorian star is said to have already reached personal agreements with two other European heavyweights.

Find out today's transfer news for 26 July 2026 involving Real Madrid, Barcelona, Liverpool, Manchester United, and the biggest leagues around the world.

Real Madrid used Michael Olise rumours as a clever smokescreen to launch a sensational move for RB Leipzig star Yan Diomande. The Spanish giants are in talks over a deal worth up to €120 million for the Ivory Coast international, who emerged as one of world football's most sought-after talents following a stellar World Cup campaign.

Emmanuel Petit believes the "anger and ambition" Jude Bellingham showed at the World Cup should carry directly into his role at Real Madrid, urging Jose Mourinho to lean on both the England midfielder and Kylian Mbappe as genuine leaders as the club looks to rebuild around a stronger collective identity.