Liverpool news as Yan Diomande 'makes decision' and Real Madrid target emerges
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Liverpool have reportedly made contact with Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga as the Reds continue their summer rebuild under new manager Andoni Iraola, with Yan Diomande reportedly closing in on a move to PSGAndoni Iraola is the new Liverpool boss(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool has already secured its first signing under Andoni Iraola's stewardship, with further additions widely anticipated ahead of the forthcoming Premier League campaign.The Arne Slot era has drawn to a close at Anfield, with former Bournemouth chief Iraola inheriting a squad that stumbled to a disappointing fifth-place finish, just one season after claiming the top-flight crown. Mohamed Salah's exit represents just one of numerous anticipated changes to the squad, with Victor Munoz having already arrived from Osasuna.Jeremy Jacquet is also set to make the move from Rennes, a deal that was finalized in the winter.
The Reds have been keeping a close eye on one of the World Cup's most exciting emerging talents, Yan Diomande.Liverpool.com brings you the latest developments surrounding the RB Leipzig winger, alongside the most recent transfer news.Diomande worryLiverpool's pursuit of Diomande, widely considered a potential heir to Salah, appears to have hit a significant stumbling block.The Reds had demonstrated a readiness to pay more than $100 million for the player, who has caught the eye while representing the Ivory Coast at the World Cup. Yet The Athletic now reports that he has set his sights on PSG as his preferred destination.RB Leipzig is believed to be demanding upwards of $130 milion for the winger, and Liverpool risks missing out on the deal entirely as a series of scheduled meetings between clubs concludes — though not in relation to Diomande.Diomande could be on the move this summer(Image: Getty Images)Randal Kolo Muani, who was on loan at Tottenham last season, could deliver Liverpool a devastating final setback.According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Juventus officials are traveling to France to discuss a possible transfer for the forward with PSG.Should he depart, this could create space in the squad for Diomande.
Furthermore, if PSG can secure a reasonable transfer fee, this could fund a potential move, meaning Iraola's hopes may be dashed quite swiftly.Camavinga latestMeanwhile, Mundo Deportivo suggests that Liverpool is pursuing Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, who was omitted from France's World Cup squad.The Spanish outlet states that the Reds have been in contact regarding the Frenchman, with Real Madrid seeking to offload a midfielder to bankroll other transfers this summer.Nevertheless, it is understood that the 23-year-old is reluctant to depart the Bernabeu.Camavinga aims to demonstrate to incoming boss Jose Mourinho that he can be an important member of his squad and has instructed his representatives to disregard any bids that might arrive. He is valued at roughly £52 million ($68.7 million).