Liverpool takes Yan Diomande transfer lead as $116M demand set
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Liverpool FC NewsTransfer NewsLiverpool FCLiverpool is reportedly leading the race to sign RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, with the German club said to be demanding $116M for the Ivory Coast internationalLiverpool is targeting Yan Diomande ahead of the summer transfer window(Image: Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Liverpool has overtaken Paris Saint-Germain in the pursuit of Yan Diomande. However, RB Leipzig will command an eye-watering $116 million should it choose to part ways with him.The 19-year-old Diomande had an outstanding breakthrough campaign with Leipzig following his move from Spanish club Leganes in July 2025.
His rise has attracted attention from clubs throughout Europe, notably from both Liverpool and PSG.READ MORE: Liverpool transfer news and rumors today LIVE: New coach incoming, Yan Diomande latestREAD MORE: Pep Guardiola's new job confirmed immediately after Man City exit announcementAccording to The Athletic, Liverpool is now well-placed to secure Diomande's signature as it seeks a successor to Mohamed Salah. PSG, meanwhile, would need to offload a player before acquiring Diomande, and is considering alternative options in its search for a wide forward, reports the Mirror.RB Leipzig reportedly wants $116M for Yan Diomande(Image: Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images)The Ivorian, who is contracted until June 2030, has admitted to being 'motivated' by speculation surrounding a lucrative transfer.
He certainly has the potential to become even more valuable."Liverpool.com says: Diomande is clearly set for a big future, and no doubt there is a transfer to one of Europe's big clubs in his future. The question for Liverpool will be whether it is prepared to pay up to $116M for his services, given he has only played one season in the Bundesliga, which is a big call.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCTransfers