Liverpool make direct contact with RB Leipzig over move for winger Yan Diomande | OneFootball

Liverpool have stepped up their pursuit of Yan Diomande after contacting RB Leipzig over a potential summer move.

The 19-year-old has emerged as one of the most sought-after young attackers in Europe following a breakthrough campaign in Germany.

Liverpool are leading the race at this stage, and have made the most significant progress in discussions about a possible transfer.

Paris Saint-Germain admire the Ivory Coast international, while Manchester City have also monitored his development, but neither club is as advanced in their pursuit as Liverpool.

Diomande joined Leipzig from Leganes last summer and quickly established himself as one of the Bundesliga’s standout performers.

The teenager bagged 13 goals and 10 assists in 36 appearances across all competitions. He helped Leipzig secure qualification for next season’s Champions League.

His performances have inevitably sparked transfer interest, although Leipzig have repeatedly insisted that they have no intention of selling one of their most valuable young assets.

The German club would only consider a deal if an offer exceeding €130 million arrived, a figure that reflects Diomande’s importance and his long-term contract situation.

The forward is tied to Leipzig until 2030, and his contract has no release clause.

That leaves Liverpool facing a difficult task if they want to convince Leipzig to alter their stance before the transfer window closes.

Despite the growing speculation, Diomande recently insisted his focus remains on football rather than transfer rumours.

Speaking during the World Cup build-up, the attacker admitted that links with Europe’s biggest clubs were motivating but stressed that his attention remained on performing on the pitch.

Liverpool’s interest is understandable given the changes taking place in their attack this summer.

Mohamed Salah’s departure has left a significant void on the right side of the frontline, and the club are actively exploring options capable of adding pace, creativity and goals.

Diomande is comfortable operating on either wing and has developed a reputation for his direct running, explosive acceleration and ability to create and finish chances.

Those qualities have helped establish him as one of Europe’s most exciting young attackers.

With interest intensifying and several major clubs monitoring the situation, his future is shaping up to be one of the transfer window’s biggest stories.