Liverpool are in advanced talks to sign a 19-year-old speedster who's even quicker than Mohamed Salah, according to reports.
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When Salah finally ended any rumours by signing a two-year contract extension at Liverpool last season, it looked as though that would be that. Anfield's Egyptian King looked destined to steal the headlines for at least another couple of years and perhaps even retire in Merseyside.
Things haven't gone quite as smooth sailing since that new deal, however. Having been dropped by Arne Slot in Liverpool's victory over West Ham United, serious questions have been asked about Salah's place in Liverpool's best side as they look to return to their most clinical form. And, as such, rumours surrounding his future have once again emerged.
This time last season, Salah was arguably the best player in the world. He was leading Liverpool's shock title charge. One year on, though, he's arguably becoming more disposable at Anfield than ever before.
Slot will be hoping that a recent blip is not the beginning of a steep decline, but it is something that Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes are already preparing for.
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Arne Slot is still under pressure.
The Anfield chiefs already smashed their transfer record twice in the summer to reshape their attack around Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz. Whilst neither have been at their best quite as yet, their arrivals were sign of things to come.
Now, ahead of 2026, Liverpool are reportedly in pole position to sign Yan Diomande and add to their frontline once again.
Liverpool in advanced talks to sign Yan Diomande
According to Sky Sports' Sacha Tavolieri, Liverpool are now in advanced talks to sign Diomande, forcing Barcelona to retreat in the race to sign the RB Leipzig winger.
Battling alongside Tottenham, the Reds could land their next top speedster in the new year. To put into context just how quick Diomande is, the Leipzig star has clocked a top speed of 35.98 KM/H in the Bundesliga season, which betters Salah's 33.7 KM/H speed in the Premier League this time last year.
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What's more, only Oliver Burke has recorded a quicker speed than Diomande this season, showcasing exactly why he's found himself on Liverpool's radar.
As Leipzig's managing director, Marcel Schafer, reiterated though, the winger is not just all about speed. The 19-year-old star is also a fine finisher with four goals so far this season and is an excellent dribbler.
"He's a left winger with outstanding speed, can dribble, is very athletic and can finish. He also never gives up the ball and works for the team. Despite all the excitement, we should give Yan enough time to settle into life in Leipzig and the Bundesliga."
In pole position for his signature, Liverpool should push on and secure Diomande's arrival when 2026 arrives.
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