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Real Madrid set a historical record: Yann Diomande became the most expensive transfer in African football

Real Madrid set a new historical record: Yann Diomande became the most expensive transfer in African football.

Real Madrid have signed Ivory Coast striker Yann Diomande, setting a new record in the history of world football.

According to reports, the "royal club" bought the 21-year-old player from the German club Leipzig for 140 million euros. This transfer was recorded as the most expensive deal in the history of African football.

The previous record was set in 2019 when Ivorian striker Nicolas Pepe moved from the French club Lille to the London club Arsenal for 80 million euros. Diomande's transfer significantly surpassed this figure.

The list of the most expensive transfers of African players also includes names such as Victor Osimhen, Omar Marmoush, Brian Mbeumo, Achraf Hakimi, Riyad Mahrez, Mohamed Quds and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.

It should be noted that Yann Diomande signed a long-term contract with Real Madrid until June 30, 2033. This deal was also recorded as the most expensive transfer in the history of Real Madrid. Experts consider Diomande to be one of the most promising strikers in modern football. The club's management is confident that the young player will become one of the main leaders of the team's attack in the coming years.

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