Gary Neville knows exactly why Liverpool is so keen to complete Yan Diomande transfer
Below is a summary of the full article. Click here for the full version from Liverpool.com or go back to LFC Live.
Liverpool FC NewsTransfer NewsLiverpool FCLiverpool's pursuit of Yan Diomande is continuing as the young winger impresses at this year's World Cup, with Gary Neville among those blown away by his performancesGary Neville was blown away by Yan Diomande at the World Cup(Image: ITV Sport)Gary Neville has joined the growing group of Yan Diomande fans as the Liverpool target continues to impress at the World Cup.Diomande once again stood out as Ivory Coast was narrowly beaten by Germany on Saturday, with the African side only succumbing to a stoppage-time goal from Deniz Undav.The 19-year-old’s performances have only served to underline why Liverpool has made him its primary target this summer, with the Reds’ pursuit stepping up in recent days. Liverpool though could face competition from Paris Saint-Germain amid suggestions of a bidding war.If that is the case, Leipzig will be in a strong position to demand big money, with Diomande’s stock rising even further at the World Cup.“Diomande on this left-hand side has been absolutely brilliant,” former Manchester United captain Neville said on ITV about his performance against Germany.
He’s too good.”Yan Diomande has impressed at this year's World Cup(Image: ISI Photos via Getty Images)Arsenal legend Ian Wright agreed, saying: “He’s lived up to the hype. His pressing is brilliant; his taking on is brilliant; his pace is scary.”Neville and Wright join a growing list of admirers, with former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp - who could play a big role in Diomande’s future as Red Bull’s head of global soccer - having also been wowed by the teenager."Diomande is one of the best wingers in the world right now,” Klopp told MagentaTV.
Learn moreLiverpool FC have launched their new home kit for the 2026/27, inspired by iconic adidas strip worn during the club's 1989/90 title-winning campaign.Diomande has not yet made a final decision on his future, although he did seem to leave the door open to a move to England, which could encourage Liverpool."Would I be open to the Premier League? My agents will sort that out."As for me I am more focused on the World Cup, that's the most important thing.