RB Leipzig sign Spanish second division winger for reported €20m fee

 

RB LEIPZIG COMPLETE €20M COUP FOR TEENAGE WINGER FROM RELEGATED LA LIGA CLUB

RB Leipzig have made a bold move in the transfer market by securing the signing of Yan Diomande, an exciting 18-year-old winger from Spanish side CD Leganés.

The highly rated youngster, who was playing in Spain’s second division, has caught the eye with his pace, dribbling flair, and fearlessness on the ball—prompting Leipzig to act quickly and beat several other European clubs to his signature. Despite his relatively low profile, Diomande is viewed internally as a high-upside prospect who fits the German club's long-standing philosophy of developing young, dynamic talent into elite performers.

While the transfer fee remains undisclosed, the deal is seen as a strategic investment by Leipzig, who are well known for identifying under-the-radar talents before they explode onto the main stage. Diomande will initially join up with the first-team squad for preseason training, where coaching staff will assess whether he’s ready for senior Bundesliga minutes or will begin his integration through the club’s youth setup.

Leipzig have earned a strong reputation in recent years for nurturing young players and fast-tracking their development, and Diomande is expected to benefit from that structured environment. The club believes he could become a breakout star within the next two seasons if he continues progressing at his current rate.

For Diomande, the move represents a major step up in his career—from Spain’s Segunda División to one of Germany’s most ambitious clubs. He is reportedly excited by the opportunity and eager to prove himself at the highest level.

This transfer may not have made early headlines, but it’s exactly the kind of move Leipzig has built its success on—and it could prove to be another masterstroke in the making.