Liverpool has five Yan Diomande transfer alternatives after PSG setback

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Liverpool has been left frustrated in its pursuit of RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande, who has reportedly verbally agreed a transfer to Paris Saint-Germain, leaving the Reds to find alternativesLiverpool has other transfer options after missing out on Yan Diomande(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool have been dealt a major blow in their search for a Mohamed Salah successor, after Yan Diomande signalled his preference for Paris Saint-Germain as his next destination. It has since come to light that Diomande has reached a verbal agreement with PSG, with talks ongoing.With the disappointment of losing out on their top target this summer, Liverpool must now turn their attention to pinpointing alternative wide options to fill Salah's boots.

German outlet FussballDaten claims the Reds are now showing interest in the winger, who could be brought in for just $92.5 million.It's understood Liverpool view El Mala as a potential replacement for Diomande, or utilised in a central attacking midfield role. The Athletic claims the Reds regard the 21 year old as yet another option instead of Diomande, with a $52 million allocation set aside for his acquisition.Minteh has notched 10 goals and nine assists for Brighton since his 2024 switch from Newcastle.

Iraola could utilise his established relationships with both the club and the player to reduce the clause and entice the winger to Anfield.Bradley Barcola - PSGBradley Barcola was already another Liverpool target(Image: ANP via Getty Images)Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola was already a primary target for the Reds during their pursuit of Diomande. French publication Le10 Sport claims that the Reds have submitted an approach to secure Barcola's services, with PSG willing to approve his exit should he formally request a move.Matias Fernandez-Pardo - LilleMatias Fernandez-Pardo could offer another wide attacking alternative for the Reds.