As the football community eagerly awaits an official update on Yan Diomandé's potential transfer to Real Madrid, RB Leipzig's personnel chief, Marcel Schäfer, has shed light on the 19-year-old's reported 'sick leave' from the Bundesliga club. Diomandé has yet to join RB Leipzig at their training camp in Austria, with illness cited as the reason for his absence.

Reporters seeking to uncover details about the looming transfer, or to verify Diomandé's health status, have been met with limited information. Schäfer expressed his continued support for the player, emphasizing that Diomandé would be afforded the necessary time and space.

Marcel Schäfer's Latest Statements on Yan Diomandé

"I spoke with him yesterday," Schäfer told journalists at the sidelines of Leipzig's training camp. "It's not as if we're checking in with doctors every morning and afternoon. It's the same with him as with any other player. When a player informs us they are not feeling well and might have an infection, we initially give them the benefit of the doubt."

"We are staying in contact regardless," Schäfer added. "I don't know when he will feel better and be able to rejoin training. One cannot train when one has an infection. We will simply observe how the situation develops."

"I believe it's not exactly a state secret that several top clubs have expressed their interest, and the player is somewhat preoccupied with that," Schäfer remarked when questioned about the transfer rumors. "And there is nothing blameworthy about that. When he arrived last year, many people asked me who he was and why we signed him."

"In the meantime, he has done everything to help us achieve our objectives," Schäfer continued. "He has developed tremendously alongside the rest of the team. What we are witnessing here is simply a validation of his performance and the club's efforts. This makes it a positive topic."

"Nothing is finalized until something is signed," Schäfer concluded. "We also grant players respect and space when they need to have discussions with their families and agents. One thing is certain: when he does feel better, he will have to come here."

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English Translation

RB Leipzig Boss Comments on Yan Diomandé’s ‘Sick Leave’ During Real Madrid Negotiations

While the footballing world awaits Yan Diomandé’s official transfer confirmation or cancellation with Real Madrid, RB Leipzig's personnel chief Marcel Schäfer has addressed the 19-year-old's purported "sick leave" from his Bundesliga club. Diomandé has yet to report to RB Leipzig's training camp in Austria, with illness being the stated reason for the teenage talent's absence.

Reporters seeking to glean information about the impending transfer (or the possibility that Diomandé is not actually ill) have been left disappointed. Schäfer maintained a supportive stance towards his player, emphasizing that Diomandé would be given the space he requires.

Marcel Schäfer’s Latest Comments on Yan Diomandé

“I spoke with him yesterday,” Schäfer told reporters from the sidelines of Leipzig’s training camp. “It’s not the case that we’re checking in with doctors every morning and afternoon. It’s the same with him as it is with every other player. When a player tells us they’re not feeling well and may have an infection, we first give them the benefit of the doubt.

“We’re remaining in touch in any event,” Schäfer continued. “I don’t know when he’ll feel better and be able to participate in training. One can’t train when one has an infection. We’ll just see how it goes.”

“I think it’s not exactly a state secret that several top clubs have logged their interest and the player is a bit preoccupied with that,” Schäfer responded when asked about the transfer rumors. “And there’s nothing reprehensible about that. When he arrived last year, many people were asking me who he was and why we brought him in.

“In the meantime, he did everything to help us reach our goals,” Schäfer continued. “He developed tremendously alongside the rest of the team. What we have here is just confirmation of his performance and the work of the club. That renders this a joyful topic.

“Nothing is done until something is signed,” Schäfer concluded. “We also accord players respect and space when they need discussions with their families and agents. One thing is clear: when he does feel better, he will have to come here.”