The Moroccan star Ibrahim Diaz, the 26-year-old Real Madrid player, faces a decisive turning point in his career with the Royal Club, after the chances of signing the Ivorian talent Diomande from the German Leipzig have increased, in a deal that could turn the Royal attack's scales upside down.
The Spanish newspaper "Mundo Deportivo" said that Real Madrid is seeking to conclude the deal for the 19-year-old Diomande as soon as possible, after Leipzig rejected the initial offer of 100 million euros, while the Royal Club is considering raising the value of the offer to entice the German club.
Diaz between staying and leaving
Although Ibrahim Diaz is considered part of the plans of Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho, and the club administration is seeking to renew his contract, the signing of Diomande could completely change the equation, as it would significantly reduce the Moroccan international's playing time, which may push him to reconsider his position and look for an opportunity to leave.
Diaz wants to stay with the Merengues, but the new reality that the presence of the Ivorian talent may impose puts him in front of difficult choices, especially given his desire to get regular playing time befitting his level and international status.
5 players in the danger zone
The impact of the Diomande deal is not limited to the Moroccan star alone, but extends to include 4 other players in the current squad, as the 18-year-old Argentine Mastantuono faces a confirmed departure on loan despite Mourinho's previous opposition, while the future of the 22-year-old striker Gonzalo has become threatened after Mourinho had saved him from leaving at the end of last season.
The potential arrival of Diomande also directly affects the 20-year-old Brazilian Endrick, returning from his loan to Lyon, especially in the right winger position that Mourinho wanted to try him in, in addition to threatening the position of the 25-year-old Rodrigo, who is currently recovering from injury and will not return to the pitches until the beginning of next year.
