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Teen Sensation Diomande Eyes UCL Dream Amidst Transfer Buzz
10 Jan
Summary
- Ivory Coast teenager Yan Diomande is calm about $116 million transfer reports.
- He aims to win the Africa Cup of Nations and then play in the Champions League.
- Diomande has scored six goals in 14 Bundesliga appearances for Leipzig.
Ivory Coast's Yan Diomande, a 19-year-old prospect, is attracting significant attention with reports linking him to a 100-million-euro transfer. Despite the speculation, Diomande asserts his focus remains squarely on helping his national team defend their Africa Cup of Nations title. He expressed a clear ambition to win the tournament, followed by a desire to play in the Champions League with his club.
Currently playing for German side Leipzig, Diomande has showcased impressive form, netting six goals and providing three assists in 14 Bundesliga appearances. He joined Leipzig from Spanish club Leganés after a season in La Liga, having previously played in the United States. Diomande, who wears a protective mask after breaking his nose, is content at Leipzig and not rushing a move.
Diomande's international career is also progressing well, with three goals in eight appearances for Ivory Coast, including a goal in the recent Africa Cup of Nations win. He is looking forward to returning to the United States for the upcoming World Cup. As Ivory Coast prepares for crucial quarterfinal matches, Diomande conveys confidence and readiness to compete.
