Kylian Mbappé Defends Yan Diomandé After Criticism at Real Madrid

The 19-year-old Ivorian who joined Real Madrid for a record fee and is already facing criticism

Mbappé's support

Kylian Mbappé came out to support Yan Diomandé, the young Ivorian who joined Real Madrid for €125 million plus €15 million in variables. "He has what it takes to succeed at Madrid, and we need to be patient with him," he told AS. For the Frenchman, Diomandé is in a developmental stage and the club must protect him. "From his first day in Valdebebas, we saw that he has quality. We take care of him because we are going to need everyone. A season is very long and you don't compete with just eleven players," he added.

he numbers of Diomandé

At just 19 years old, Diomandé comes off a brilliant campaign at RB Leipzig, where he was involved in 22 goals in 36 matches, with 13 goals and 9 assists. In the Bundesliga, he was the player with the most successful dribbles, 118, and the most offensive runs, 104. In Madrid, his role has been more limited, with only two starts in seven matches, although against Elche he left his mark with an assist to Mbappé, seven completed dribbles, and three chances created.

A future to build

Mbappé's support seeks to alleviate the pressure on a million-dollar signing who is still adapting to the white environment. In a club where the demands are high and patience is scarce, the Frenchman's voice serves as a shield. The message is clear, the talent is there, what is missing is time and confidence for Diomandé to become a key player in a Real Madrid that is aiming for all titles