Liverpool Reportedly Open Talks for RB Leipzig Teen Yan Diomandé as Premier League Battle Intensifies

Overview

• Reports from CaughtOffside claim Liverpool have opened negotiations and are in daily contact with Yan Diomandé’s agents, with Michael Edwards and scout Barry Hunter recently watching him.
• The same report suggests a potential £88 million fee and indicates any move is unlikely in January, framing a deal as one to pursue in the summer window.
• Yahoo Sports reports Manchester City have been the most persistent in scouting the 19-year-old since October, while Arsenal are described as viewing him as a priority target.
• Multiple outlets echo a valuation in the €80–100 million range as clubs including Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester City monitor the situation.
• Leipzig’s stance, per Yahoo Sports, is that Diomandé is not for sale as he is contracted until 2030 with no release clause, and renewal talks are underway, after a season reported at seven goals and four assists.