Liverpool have stepped up their pursuit of RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande after making contact with the Bundesliga club over a potential summer move.
The 19-year-old has emerged as one of the most sought-after young attackers in Europe following a breakthrough campaign in Germany and is attracting interest from several elite clubs.
Liverpool are understood to be leading the race at this stage and have made the most significant progress in [discussions](https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7285682/2026/06/04/liverpool-transfers-yan-diomande-pursuit/) surrounding a possible transfer.
Paris Saint-Germain remain admirers of the Ivory Coast international, while Manchester City have also monitored his development, but neither club is believed to be as advanced as Liverpool in their pursuit.
Diomande joined RB Leipzig from Leganes only last summer and quickly established himself as one of the Bundesliga’s standout performers.
The teenager scored 13 goals and provided 10 assists in 36 appearances across all competitions as Leipzig secured qualification for next season’s Champions League.
His performances have inevitably sparked transfer interest, although Leipzig have repeatedly insisted that they have no intention of selling one of their most valuable young assets.
Reports suggest the German club would only consider a deal if an offer exceeding €130 million arrived, a figure that reflects both Diomande’s importance and his long-term contract situation.
The forward remains tied to Leipzig until 2030 and does not have a release clause in his contract.
That leaves Liverpool facing a difficult task if they want to convince Leipzig to alter their stance before the transfer window closes.
Despite the growing speculation, Diomande recently insisted his focus remains on football rather than transfer rumours.
Speaking during the World Cup build-up, the attacker admitted that links with Europe’s biggest clubs were motivating but stressed that his attention remained on performing on the pitch.
Liverpool’s interest is understandable given the changes taking place in their attack this summer.
Mohamed Salah’s departure has left a significant void on the right side of the frontline and the club are actively exploring options capable of adding pace, creativity and goals.
Diomande’s versatility is also viewed as a major attraction.
The teenager is comfortable operating on either wing and has developed a reputation for his direct running, explosive acceleration and ability to create chances as well as finish them.
Those qualities have helped establish him as one of Europe’s most exciting young attackers.
Whether Liverpool are prepared to meet Leipzig’s valuation remains to be seen, but their latest move underlines how highly Diomande is regarded at Anfield.
With interest intensifying and several major clubs monitoring the situation, his future is shaping up to be one of the transfer window’s biggest stories.