Yan Diomande registered his first assist for Real Madrid in Tuesday’s La Liga meeting with Elche, setting up Kylian Mbappe for the club’s second goal of the game.
The contribution marked an important moment for the young Ivory Coast international, who has been working to establish himself since moving to the Spanish capital. His pass to Mbappe was his first direct involvement in a goal for Real Madrid and added to the side’s attacking performance.
Diomande made his second start of the season against Elche. He had also been named in the starting line-up for the previous league fixture against Rayo Vallecano, but looked more effective against Elche, particularly in the final third.
His combination with Mbappe was the clearest highlight of his display. By finding the France striker in a good position, Diomande produced the decisive contribution that had so far eluded him since joining Real Madrid.
The assist offers the Ivorian a significant boost as he continues adapting to his new surroundings. His early appearances had been relatively quiet, but the chance created for Mbappe provides a first tangible sign of his influence in a Real Madrid shirt.
Diomande is under contract with Real Madrid until 30 June 2033. His estimated market value is 90 million euros, and he is the most expensive Ivorian footballer of all time as well as the biggest sale in the history of Leipzig.