Liverpool handed Yan Diomande boost as David Ornstein confirms RB Leipzig contact

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Liverpool have taken a positive step in their pursuit of Yan Diomande, with contact now made with RB Leipzig over the winger.The 19-year-old is the biggest name linked with the Reds so far this summer as they search for a long-term Mohamed Salah replacement. PSG are also firmly in the race, while RB Leipzig have been hoping to keep Diomande for at least another season and potentially tie him down to improved terms.There have been mixed messages from the player’s side too.

Diomande has previously spoken warmly about Liverpool, but his latest comments on PSG made it clear the French champions also have a personal pull. Rate Andoni Iraola’s Liverpool appointment!

Credit: AFC Bournemouth/Getty Images David Ornstein has now delivered a positive update, claiming Liverpool have moved to the next stage in their pursuit of Diomande.Taking to X, Ornstein wrote: “Liverpool have made contact with RB Leipzig for Yan Diomande.”He added that the Reds are in the ‘strongest position’ for the 19-year-old, and while PSG remain in the picture, their interest is ‘less advanced’. If they can convince the player, this could be one of the biggest deals of the summer.READ MORE: Liverpool now have the chance to sign the next Antoine Semenyo for Andoni IraolaJoin Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox