# Soccer: Ivorian winger Yan Diomandé is set to join Real Madrid from RB Leipzig in a deal reportedly worth around 2.2-billion-rand, making him the most expensive African soccer player in history. The 19-year-old’s transfer surpasses the previous African record held by fellow Ivorian Nicolas Pépé. The move follows an outstanding season in Germany and an impressive 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. Real Madrid is expected to complete the signing this week.
Soccer: Diomandé set to be most expensive African player in history