Liverpool news as Yan Diomande 'wants transfer' and swap deal suggested

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Liverpool FC NewsTransfer NewsLiverpool FCLiverpool is pushing on with its transfer plans as RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande leans toward a move to Anfield, while a Curtis Jones swap deal involving Denzel Dumfries has emergedLiverpool has been linked with a summer transfer swoop for RB Leipzig star Yan Diomande(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool could press ahead with its transfer activity despite the managerial vacancy at Anfield.Arne Slot was relieved of his duties after two years at the helm, marking only the sixth managerial departure at the Merseyside club this century. Departing Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola has emerged as the frontrunner to replace the Premier League title-winning boss, with discussions expected to commence this week.The 43-year-old would become only the second Spanish manager in Liverpool's history, following in the footsteps of Rafael Benitez.

While the Reds' hierarchy remains preoccupied with securing a new manager, Yan Diomande is on the verge of making a decision regarding his future. Additionally, talk of a potential swap deal has begun to surface.Diomande 'wants Liverpool'Liverpool's pursuit of Diomande is no secret, and the RB Leipzig starlet is said to have reached a conclusion on his uncertain future.According to reports from Spain, the 19-year-old is favoring a move to the Premier League, with Paris Saint-Germain competing with the Reds for his signature.Liverpool is currently without a manager, but has reportedly assured the Ivorian of a prominent role within its squad next season.Diomande has just completed a breakthrough season in Germany(Image: Getty Images)It is a guarantee that PSG is unable to make, given the presence of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue and Bradley Barcola in its ranks.Diomande netted 13 goals and laid on 10 assists in 36 appearances across all competitions during his debut Bundesliga campaign.

Many have tipped him as the long-term successor to Mohamed Salah.Swap deal talks emergeReports emerging from Italy suggest that Liverpool's potential signing of Denzel Dumfries could see Curtis Jones head in the opposite direction to Inter Milan.The 25-year-old is entering the final year of his contract and has attracted interest from the Serie A team.It was recently reported that a "gulf" existed between the two clubs, with Inter struggling to match Liverpool's valuation of Jones.According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Liverpool proposed including Dumfries in negotiations in order to bridge the gap in their valuation of Jones.The Netherlands international is said to have a £22 million ($30 million) release clause in his contract.Yet it remains unclear whether either club intends to pursue further discussions regarding a deal involving Jones and Dumfries.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.TransfersLiverpool FCCurtis Jones