Official | RB Leipzig sign Ivorian talent Yan Diomande | OneFootball

RB Leipzig have today announced the signing of Yan Diomande (18) from Leganés for a reported €20m. The Ivorian winger has signed a contract until 2030.

“I’m really happy that my future lies in Leipzig,” Diomande told the club’s website.

“It’s a great honour for me to be able to play for such a fantastic club. There are plenty of examples that show RB Leipzig is the perfect place for young players to develop at a high level. The club wants to play fast-paced attacking football – that fits my style perfectly. I can’t wait to meet my teammates and the entire staff, and to be out on the pitch with them soon.”

Marcel Schäfer, Leipzig’s Managing Director, praised Diomande’s skillset.

“We’ve brought in an outstanding young talent and we’re very happy that he sees his future at RB Leipzig,” said Schäfer. “He’s a left winger with outstanding pace, strong dribbling, athleticism and a real eye for goal. On top of that, he never gives up on a ball and plays with great team spirit. With these qualities, he fits perfectly into the type of football we want to play this season.

“As much as we’re looking forward to working with him, we also need to give Yan the time and space to settle in – both in Leipzig and in the Bundesliga – so he can learn, grow and develop step by step.”

Diomande scored two goals and provided one assist in 10 La Liga games last season.

GGFN | Daniel Pinder