Real Madrid dey face major reshuffle for left wing after Vinicius Junior collect four-match ban over hair-pulling incident. The suspension open door for €146 million summer signing Yan Diomande to finally stake im claim as regular starter ahead of El Clasico.
Diomande don already show why e deserve that chance with impressive performance for Real Madrid against Sevilla FC. The Ivorian winger score one goal and provide one assist as Real Madrid beat Sevilla FC 4-1 on Sunday, October 18, for the ninth matchday of La Liga.
Arda Güler open scoring for 30th minute before Kylian Mbappé extend the lead. The French striker then score second goal to make am 3-0. Sevilla FC pull one back through Manu Bueno for 80th minute. Diomande eventually score Real Madrid fourth goal for 82nd minute, sealing José Mourinho side victory.
At 19, the Ivory Coast international still dey adapt to life at Real Madrid. E sign from RB Leipzig for summer 2026 and commit to the Spanish club until June 2033.
Before the Sevilla FC match, Diomande don already score against Villarreal on October 10. That goal give Real Madrid victory for eighth matchday of the league season. Against Sevilla FC, the winger deliver again, and his late goal allow Real Madrid finish the match three goals ahead. His attacking contribution confirm say e dey grow important inside Real Madrid squad.
The performance also come with favorable context. The absence of suspended Vinicius Junior give Diomande more opportunity to express himself in attack. The young Ivorian go need maintain this level to establish himself permanently for Real Madrid starting XI. His attacking efficiency fit influence José Mourinho decisions for upcoming fixtures, particularly El Clasico against FC Barcelona.
