Liverpool receive huge Yan Diomande transfer update as £85m bid rejected
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Liverpool target Yan Diomande is in high demand this summer, with several clubs circling for his signatureLiverpool have learned it will take significantly more than €100million (£85m) to land Yan Diomande, after Real Madrid's initial approach was rejected by RB Leipzig. Leipzig, however, value Diomande well beyond €100m, and negotiations are expected to continue, with Paris Saint‑Germain also yet to reach an agreement with the Bundesliga club.German outlets suggest Leipzig could demand €120million (£102.5m) this summer, while Arsenal and Manchester City are monitoring the situation closely.
A full‑blown bidding war may be looming, though separate reports claim Diomande has already agreed personal terms with PSG until 2031.FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FB PAGE! Yet, they now face mounting pressure from Madrid, with Jose Mourinho personally endorsing the transfer.Romano adds that Mourinho has informed the Madrid hierarchy he desires 'even more speed' and fresh impetus going forward, with Diomande regarded as the ideal solution.As for Liverpool, they are exploring long-term replacements for Mohamed Salah, though it remains uncertain whether they'll come close to matching Leipzig's asking price.Salah departed Liverpool on July 1 after reaching an agreement with the club to end his contract 12 months early.
The 34-year-old leaves as a modern-day legend, having netted 257 goals across all competitions and playing a pivotal role in the team that secured two Premier League crowns and claimed the Champions League during one of the club's most trophy-laden eras.Leipzig are eager to tie Diomande down to a new deal beyond 2030, but when questioned about what lies ahead, he acknowledged he doesn't envisage his long-term future remaining with the Bundesliga outfit."I expect to leave the club," he said.Thus far this summer, Andoni Iraola's squad have already sealed a deal for Spain international Victor Munoz and are now targeting additional attacking reinforcements as they continue preparations for the new campaign.Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.Thousands of fans upgraded their Premier League matchday last season.