Diomande responds to critics with song: "Priced at 140 million, we'll only continue to rise"

Jan Diomande has responded via social media to those who question his performance, particularly regarding his transfer fee to Real Madrid. The winger posted a video on TikTok singing a snippet of Sethlo and L'Oiseau Rare's "Migbo (Remix)", with lyrics directly addressing his situation: "The price is 140 million. They will always criticize us. We will only continue to rise."

The song choice was deliberate. Real Madrid paid RB Leipzig a fixed transfer fee of 125 million euros, plus 15 million euros in add-ons, bringing the total value of the deal to 140 million euros. This figure has followed Diomande since his arrival, subjecting every performance to intense scrutiny. He was among the few bright spots in Real Madrid's disappointing loss at the Metropolitano Stadium, but with Mbappé and Vinicius established in their positions, he has largely remained a rotational player.

Only two starts

Manager Carlo Ancelotti is gradually integrating the Ivorian winger, who has appeared in 8 official matches but started only against Rayo Vallecano and Elche. According to Real Madrid's official statistics, he has logged 291 minutes of playing time—just over 40% of the available minutes—with 1 assist and no goals.

His first direct goal contribution came via an assist to Mbappé against Elche. He also impressed in the derby against Atlético Madrid, despite the team's loss. After entering in the 54th minute, he completed 4 of 6 dribbles, won 9 of 12 duels, and maintained a 90% pass completion rate in 36 minutes.

The video subsequently went viral on social media, accumulating nearly 10 million views. Diomande offered no written commentary, but his choice of lyrics served as his response: he is aware of the 140 million Euro weight on his shoulders and is determined not to shy away from the spotlight.

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