Liverpool transfer news as 18-goal playmaker eyed and Bayern Munich makes Yan Diomande decision
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No matter who is in charge of Liverpool come the start of next season, it is expected to be an incredibly busy summer on the transfer window front, and as expected, the rumors are already swirlingLiverpool could turn its attention to Sporting forward Francisco Trincao this summerLiverpool is already likely firmly in motion with its summer transfer window plans as the Reds aim to bounce back from a disastrous seasonLast season's Premier League champions have offered up a sorry title defense, with Arne Slot's men currently trailing table toppers Arsenal by 23 points ahead of the final game of the season against Brentford on Sunday.Doubts continue to swirl around Slot's future, but in the meantime, plenty of discussion is already underway about Liverpool's summer transfer business, which is sure to be incredibly busy as the Reds aim to return to the top of the standings next season.READ MORE: Every word Arne Slot said on Mo Salah statement, Alisson and Isak injury latest and summer plansREAD MORE: Liverpool transfer news and rumors today LIVE: Samuel Martinez deal, Slot future, Alisson boostAlready, it appears as though the first signing could be over the line sooner rather than later, following reports that Liverpool is finalizing a deal for Colombian teenage sensation Samuel Martinez, having fought off competition from the likes of Borussia Dortmund.However, there are also plenty of other players being linked with a move to Anfield over the coming months, and Liverpool.com brings you two of the biggest stories to emerge ahead of this weekend.18-goal playmaker Francisco Trincao eyedLiverpool has Sporting CP attacker Francisco Trincao on its list of targets for the summer, at least according to Record in Portugal, following an impressive season in front of goal for the former Wolves flop.Trincao has 13 goals and 18 assists in 53 games for Sporting this seasonThe 26-year-old has mainly operated on the right wing for most of his career, but in 2025-26, he has been used as an attacking midfielder for Sporting as the Portuguese giants romped to the title.A big part of their success has been Trincao, who has produced 13 goals and 18 assists in 53 games this season, prompting the likes of Liverpool to cast an eye over him ahead of next season.Trincao has a contract with Sporting CP until 2030, with a €60 million release clause, meaning the Reds will need to stump up a big fee to sign him. With Mohamed Salah leaving, however, a replacement is needed, and the Portugal international could be the man for the job.Bayern Munich makes Yan Diomande decisionAnother forward player being linked with Liverpool ahead of this summer is RB Leipzig star Yan Diomande, who has impressed heavily in his first season with the Bundesliga outfit, managing 13 goals and eight assists across all competitions.Bayern could look to beat Liverpool to the signing of Diomande in 2027(Image: Getty Images)The Reds, however, are far from the only club interested in signing Diomande, 19, with Manchester United, Arsenal, and Chelsea all reportedly having monitored his progress closely over the past year, while Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are also credited with interest.The biggest threat, though, could come from Bayern Munich, with CF Bayern Insider reporting that while the German giants do not have immediate plans to sign Diomande, they will certainly try to bring him to the club in 2027, if he is available on the market."It is TRUE: Bayern Munich will try and bring Yan Diomande to Bavaria in 2027 – if they have the chance!" Christian Falk told the outlet.
"He's the absolute dream signing for Bayern Munich, and if he’s on the German market, it's always easier for Bayern to sign him."