India, July 25 -- Real Madrid have stepped up their pursuit of RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande after submitting a €100 million offer for the highly-rated 19-year-old, only to see the Bundesliga club reject the bid as they hold out for a significantly higher fee.

According to multiple reports, Madrid's proposal was worth €90 million guaranteed plus another €10 million in add-ons. Leipzig, however, are understood to value Diomande closer to the €120-130 million mark and have so far shown little willingness to lower their demands.

The rejection has not ended negotiations, with Madrid still believed to be in contact with Leipzig as they explore whether a compromise can be reached. The Spanish giants' decision to table...