{
  "id": 2342902,
  "title": "La Liga: ‘I am ready to die for Mourinho’ — Diomande",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/21/la-liga-i-am-ready-to-die-for-mourinho-diomande-2342902",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-21T09:08:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/la-liga-i-am-ready-to-die-for-mourinho-diomande/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Real Madrid's recent acquisition, Yan Diomande, has openly expressed his deep admiration and commitment to José Mourinho, the club's Portuguese manager. The young Ivorian forward believes that when he plays under Mourinho, he feels a special bond with the manager and is ready to give his all for him. Speaking to Fabrizio Romano on X, Diomande stated, \"When you play for José Mourinho, you want to DIE for him. I am ready to die for him.\" He emphasized that the significant transfer fee, which amounted to up to €140 million (£120 million) and a seven-year contract, is a testament to the club's faith in his abilities, rather than a source of anxiety. Diomande clarified, \"They spent a lot of money because they believe in me; why will I be scared?\" He remains unfazed by the pressure and stated, \"I'm not scared; I feel no pressure. I will do what I do, and God will do the rest.\" Diomande's comments highlight his confidence as he aims to prove his worth and integrate into the squad at his new destination, Real Madrid.",
  "summary": "Real Madrid’s new signing Yan Diomande expresses fierce loyalty to José Mourinho, stating he’s “ready to die for him.” Discover his confidence and lack of Read More: https://punchng.com/la-liga-i-am-ready-to-die-for-mourinho-diomande/",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "La Liga: ‘I am ready to die for Mourinho’ — Diomande",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/21/la-liga-i-am-ready-to-die-for-mourinho-diomande",
        "published": "2026-08-21T08:54:48.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}