Overview
- Real Madrid announced on Thursday that it has signed 19‑year‑old Yan Diomandé from RB Leipzig and has completed a contract extension for Vinicius Jr through 2032.
- Spanish press and club statements put Diomandé’s package at about €125–140 million including bonuses, which would make him the most expensive signing in Real’s history.
- Rodri has formally given FC Barcelona permission to open talks with Manchester City and is reported to have agreed in principle to join Barça, a move that has stalled Real’s pursuit of the midfielder.
- Barcelona’s longshot effort to sign Julián Álvarez has effectively collapsed because Atlético de Madrid refuses to sell, leaving Barça focused on midfield reinforcements instead.
- Paris Saint‑Germain moved the window forward by officially signing Maghnes Akliouche on a five‑year deal and is reported to have Ferran Torres’ verbal agreement to enter talks with the club.