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Leipzig Cite Klopp’s Endorsement of Yan Diomande as They Insist Teen Will Stay Beyond January

Leipzig stress control of the 19-year-old's future despite his public Liverpool wish.

Overview

  • Sporting director Marcel Schäfer said Jürgen Klopp and Mario Gomez reviewed data and urged Leipzig to sign Diomande, prompting a €20m move from Leganés last summer.
  • Supervisory board chair Oliver Mintzlaff stated the winger will definitely remain next season and suggested even €80–90m offers would be rejected.
  • Schäfer said Leipzig are driving any decision with suitors “in the back seat,” noting a contract to 2030 with no release clause.
  • Diomande has publicly declared he wants to play for Liverpool at Anfield, calling it a dream tied to his father’s hopes.
  • The Ivorian has 18 appearances with seven goals and four assists this season, with reporting around a potential €100m valuation attracting elite interest.