Insider shares big Newcastle update on ‘explosive’ £87m star Yan Diomande | OneFootball

Newcastle United have made a significant move to sign Yan Diomande as the club prepares for a potential summer reshuffle that could see star winger Anthony Gordon depart St James’ Park.

The news comes from prominent insider on X, who reports that the Magpies have made a move for the 19-year-old Ivorian forward.

Diomande, who has taken the Bundesliga by storm this season with RB Leipzig, is widely considered one of Europe’s most “explosive” young talents, having already recorded 11 goals and 5 assists in domestic competition.

Newcastle ready to offer lucrative deal to sign Yan Diomande

According to the insider, Newcastle are determined to win the race for Diomande by outbidding their Premier League rivals in terms of personal terms.

Despite heavy interest from the likes of Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester United, the Tyneside club is reportedly prepared to offer a “more lucrative contract” to entice the winger to the North East.

The insider posted on X: “One of our trusted sources at Newcastle United is stating that the club will look to sell Anthony Gordon. The source states that Newcastle United have made a move for Yan Diomande. They are willing to offer a more lucrative contract compared to their Premier League rivals.”

Leipzig are believed to be holding out for a fee in the region of €100 million (£87m) for their prized asset.

While Newcastle must remain mindful of Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations, the potential sale of a high-value homegrown star could provide the necessary headroom for such a marquee investment.

What this means for Anthony Gordon?

The news of a move for Diomande directly coincides with fresh rumours regarding Anthony Gordon’s future.

Following a season where the England international has scored 16 goals across all competitions, his stock has never been higher.

However, with Newcastle currently sitting 14th in the table and facing a “summer exodus” to balance the books, Gordon is being touted as a primary candidate for a major sale.

Yan Diomande vs Anthony Gordon 25/26 stats vs Transfermarkt

There is plenty of interest in Gordon from the Premier League and abroad.

Liverpool are among clubs linked with the winger as part of their post-Salah rebuild, with a valuation of around £80m being discussed.

Arsenal are also said to be keen on Gordon while Bayern Munich hold ‘genuine interest’ in the Englishman as well.

If Newcastle can successfully flip Gordon for a profit and replace him with the younger, high-ceiling Diomande, it would represent a bold tactical pivot as Eddie Howe looks to reignite the club’s top-four ambitions for 2027.