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By Ankeres MSK
Posted on June 23, 2026 5:00 pm | Updated on June 23, 2026 3:27 pm The Yan Diomande transfer race heats up as Liverpool remain firm favourites to sign him.
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Liverpool continue to remain frontrunners in the race to sign RB Leipzig star Yan Diomande as PSG also continue to pursue the Ivorian.
Yan Diomande to Liverpool this summer?
RB Leipzig star Yan Diomande is definitely one of the most sought after players in this summer transfer window. Multiple European giants are actively pursuing the young Ivorian. And when one thinks about it, it is understandable why clubs are chasing his signature. The 19-year-old is truly one of those players who passes the eye test. Diomande is electric with his pace. And he possesses elite dribbling ability, making him a potent threat. Moreover, he is someone who shows high work rate which makes him a defensive asset as well.
Diomande’s RB Leipzig stats, as per FOTMOB:
COMPETITION APPEARANCES GOALS ASSISTS
BUNDESLIGA 33 12 8
DFB POKAL 3 1 1
Diomande has had a peculiar footballing journey. He is someone who started off with high-school soccer in the US. Born in Abidjan, he moved to Florida when he was 15 and made a name for himself in the US. He then trialed for Rangers before signing for La Liga side Leganes in January 2025. It was in July 2025 that the 19-year-old made the big move to RB Leipzig. And Leipzig is where he has truly showcased his full abilities, scoring 13 goals along with 9 assists in just 36 games. Those are unreal numbers for a 19-year-old.
The transfer race for Diomande
Ever since the Ivorian broke through in the latest season with those unreal numbers and electric football, he was bound to receive interest from the big clubs. And as expected, some massive clubs are desperate for his signature. Two of those clubs are Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain. RB Leipzig though, are setting the asking price very high for Diomande. As reported by Goal, they are demanding a fee between £104 million and £112 million. They have also rejected an initial bid of £86.8 million from Liverpool.
So it is very evident that the German side are valuing him very highly. In fact, RB Leipzig CEO Oliver Mintzlaff is against selling such a sensational talent after just one season. However, an offer close to £112 million might be too good of an offer to refuse. The record sale could be crucial in squad and club development for Leipzig.
Liverpool now frontrunners in the race
Liverpool’s new manager Andoni Iraola has been a key decision-maker in the Reds going for Diomande. He is seen as the ideal replacement for Liverpool legend and icon Mohamed Salah. Salah leaving Anfield next season is going to be a major blow for Liverpool. Because let’s not forget how good the Egyptian has been for the club in the past year. Diomande being viewed as a replacement for Salah is actually a key factor in this transfer race.
This is because of the game time he will be getting. That is such an important factor for a young footballer making such an important career decision. Moving to PSG means the Ivorian will have to relentlessly fight for his spot. However, at Liverpool he will be the main man with plenty of gametime in the Premier League to develop his game and career. Moreover, with PSG yet to make an offer and Liverpool already placing their offer with more conviction, the advantage is obvious.
Author’s opinion
The Liverpool faithful would love to have Diomande at Anfield. This is a fanbase that appreciates and welcomes talented footballers with open arms. Moreover, as mentioned above the Liverpool move just makes more sense when compared to PSG. This is because of how much the 19-year-old can develop individually at Liverpool and make a name for himself there. Nevertheless, this is a sensational transfer race for a sensational talent.
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Ankeres MSK
Ankeres MSK is a junior football writer at Six Sports, contributing articles that explore key stories and developments from the world of football. His coverage focuses on breaking news, match related narratives, and broader discussions surrounding the sport. Through his work at Six Sports, Ankeres aims to provide readers with well structured football coverage that highlights important moments, player performances, and evolving conversations within the game. His writing is driven by a passion for football and a commitment to delivering engaging content for fans.
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