Something dramatic happened! German media confront Romano: Leipzig rejects all Real Madrid's offers for Diomande

Romano said "Here We Go", but German Sky reporter Plettenberg questioned it. The latest news from German media Bild directly states that Romano's claim is incorrect. No agreement has been reached between the two clubs, and all previous offers have been rejected.

The transfer saga around the 19-year-old Ivorian winger has turned the football journalist circle into a mess.

Reports about Diomande's transfer to Real Madrid have been like a rollercoaster. First, Talksport journalists Ben Jacobs and Alex Crook successively reported that Real Madrid and Leipzig had reached an agreement for Diomande, and the player would sign a 5-year contract.

About an hour later, German Sky Sports journalist Plettenberg poured cold water on it. Real Madrid has not reached an agreement with Leipzig for Diomande, "not even a principle agreement."

Then Romano came out with his iconic "Here We Go", confirming that Real Madrid had secured Diomande. Plettenberg posted again to refute: Paris did withdraw from negotiations, but other circumstances haven't changed; Real Madrid has not reached any agreement.

Afterwards, the two even directly "clashed" in the comments, bringing up old grievances. Plettenberg brought up an incident from the summer World Cup: Romano, in order to be timely, prematurely posted a poster for the round of 16 match "Brazil 0-2 Norway", but in reality Brazil scored a goal in the last minute, finishing 1-2.

And it didn't end there. The Athletic's renowned journalist Ornstein, along with two colleagues, also reported: Real Madrid's new offer totaling 120 million euros is expected to be rejected, but all parties believe a deal will eventually be reached.

Every summer, the European transfer market has its soap operas, and currently the first act is Diomande's transfer. According to The Athletic, about 10 days ago, Real Madrid's initial offer of 100 million euros was rejected by Leipzig. Recently, Real Madrid submitted an improved proposal—a total of 120 million euros, with 100 million fixed and 20 million in add-ons.

According to Bild, Leipzig is demanding at least 120 million euros for Diomande. DO's report points out that Leipzig has been insisting on a transfer fee close to 130 million euros.

So, looking at the reports from various media and journalists, the two sides are not far apart. The latest news is that Diomande has returned to Leipzig and will participate in team training while awaiting the transfer. To be honest, reaching an agreement seems only a matter of time.

Because according to RMC and German Sky, Paris Saint-Germain has withdrawn from the competition for Diomande, considering Leipzig's asking price "disturbs the market." After Paris's withdrawal, Real Madrid has become the only suitor still at the negotiating table. Diomande's own attitude has also changed.

According to Bild, Diomande posted a picture on social media: an arrow pointing to a white heart, with "Soon" written above it, and captioned "Hala Madrid." He also directly replied to Romano's post, clearly expressing his desire to join Real Madrid. The player has shown his hand, which says enough.

Currently, there is much controversy over Diomande's high transfer fee, with some believing he is not worth over 100 million. But we have no reason to doubt the scouting departments of top clubs; they are professionals after all. Being able to attract attention from clubs like Liverpool, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester City, and Real Madrid, and after Real Madrid failed to sign Olise, Mourinho decisively made Diomande the top target—this itself speaks volumes.

At Real Madrid, Diomande can serve as a right-wing explosive point, filling the team's long-standing lack of vertical penetration. His arrival, along with Vinicius, forms a "dual-core drive," enabling Real Madrid to truly have two wings flying. Mourinho sees him as the "final perfect piece" of the counter-attacking tactic, relying on his individual ability to break through deadlocks in positional play.

Moreover, Diomande is different from traditional wingers; he has a very high defensive involvement, actively tracking back and pressing, perfectly fitting the "all-out defense" system. Last season in the Bundesliga, he averaged 4 successful dribbles per game, excels at 1v4 breakthroughs in tight spaces, and is ambidextrous. His instantaneous sprint speed reaches 36.3 km/h, capable of quickly shaking off defenders. If you don't buy such a player now, he will only become more expensive later.

So, let's wait for the official announcement of this deal. Because DO said it most honestly: "Real Madrid's latest offer is expected to be rejected, but all parties believe a deal will eventually be reached." Romano even posted several updates repeatedly emphasizing—"Diomande will definitely become a Real Madrid player."

This transfer saga that has journalists arguing heatedly should soon come to an end.