Liverpool transfer for Mohamed Salah replacement 'accelerates' as player meets two clubs

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Liverpool are on the lookout for a replacement for Mohamed Salah when the forward leaves Anfield this summer and seemingly have one star in mind to fill the voidThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreLiverpool have reportedly held discussions with Yan Diomande's representatives regarding a potential summer move, as their hunt for Mohamed Salah's replacement continues.

One player the Reds appear to have placed considerable faith in is 19-year-old RB Leipzig talent Diomande.The youngster has flourished in the Bundesliga since arriving last year and has registered 12 goals and 17 assists for Die Roten Bullen this season alone. According to German media outlet BILD, Liverpool are among several elite clubs currently tracking Diomande's situation.However, with the German side keen to retain his services for at least another year, any transfer will come at a premium.

Manchester United were also said to be keen on the talent, though it is believed their interest has since cooled considerably.One possible way to convince Leipzig to sanction a deal could be to negotiate a slightly reduced fee, while allowing Diomande to remain at the club for the forthcoming season before officially completing his move to Anfield the following summer.FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FB PAGE! While the club could rely on the likes of Rio Ngumoha, who has shone in patches for the side this season, the youngster is far from a complete player at just 17-years-old.It comes amid Liverpool having several areas requiring attention ahead of the summer transfer window.