Liverpool are ready to make an early move to sign RB Leipzig teen sensation, Yan Diomande, in order to jump the queue forming for his services.
European clubs are desperate to sign the 19-year-old after his explosive season with RB Leipzig. Diomande has 11 goals and 7 assists this campaign, but will not come cheap.
His market value is widely reported to be in the region of £80m, although one report recently claimed Liverpool – or another club – could sign him for less if Borussia Dortmund fail to achieve Champions League qualification next season.
It’s unclear what would happen if Liverpool also failed to qualify for next season’s tournament.
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According to a report from teamTALK, Liverpool are extremely keen to sign Diomande this summer in spite of the extensive list of clubs that are scouting him this season.
They report: “Despite the excitement surrounding him, clubs are still conducting extensive due diligence. Diomande has only been playing top-flight football in Europe for just over 12 months, meaning potential suitors are eager to gather as much live data as possible before committing to a major transfer.
“Sources indicate that Diomande is well aware of Liverpool’s interest, and those close to the player have encouraged the Premier League giants to make their move.
Liverpool’s recruitment team are also conscious that they may not have the race to themselves for long.”
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Despite what some reports have claimed, signing Diomande is not reliant on Mohamed Salah’s future. In other words, Liverpool want to sign the Ivorian even if Salah stays at Anfield this summer.
TT goes on to report: “Liverpool are planning for the long-term succession of the Egyptian star, but even if Salah remains at Anfield beyond the summer window, which does now look less and less likely, we are told the Reds would still be keen to bring Diomande in.”
Liverpool reportedly believe that “an early approach could prove decisive in winning the race for” Diomande.
The 2025-26 season has shown that this Liverpool team desperately needs more pace, but also players who have the ability to beat a player with skill. Cody Gakpo and Salah have become quite predictable in their buildup play, and the Reds need some change.