RB Leipzig confirmed Yan Diomandé's record-breaking transfer to Real Madrid, taking a playful jab at transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The announcement came on August 6, 2026, with Leipzig using the cheeky caption "Here we ACTUALLY go," referencing Romano's famous phrase.

This move marks a significant moment in the summer transfer window, as the 19-year-old winger joins the Spanish giants for a fee reaching up to €140 million. The deal includes €125 million guaranteed and an additional €15 million in potential add-ons, reflecting Diomandé’s impressive first season, where he netted 13 goals and provided 10 assists in 36 appearances.

The humor in Leipzig's post stems from a previous incident on July 26, when Romano reported that an agreement for the transfer had been reached. However, this claim was quickly disputed by Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg and Leipzig's sporting director Marcel Schäfer, who insisted that negotiations were still ongoing. Schäfer criticized those he labeled as "self-proclaimed transfer experts" for prematurely announcing deals.

The back-and-forth created a buzz among fans, with conflicting reports regarding the status of the transfer. Despite skepticism from certain German outlets, Romano maintained his stance that the move would eventually go through.

In the end, Leipzig's witty announcement highlighted their playful rivalry with Romano, while he ultimately stood vindicated as the transfer materialized as he had predicted.