Liverpool make contact to begin massive transfer | OneFootball

Liverpool have begun the process for a massive transfer.

The Reds face a critical attacking transition this summer, and replacing Mohamed Salah is not simply about filling a positional gap but it’s about restoring a key tactical weapon.

Salah’s departure gives Liverpool an opportunity to add more depth and variety to their attacking ranks. At one point Salah was among one of the most dangerous one vs one wingers in European football.

Those days are now behind him. He's far more efficient around the box, and this has left Liverpool limited in the complexity of their attack.

Currently, the squad lacks a natural winger who consistently beats defenders in isolation.

Cody Gakpo, while technically sound and versatile, does not thrive in one vs one situations. His game is more suited to combination play and arriving in central areas, rather than stretching the pitch and creating separation on the flank. This limitation reduces Liverpool’s ability to break down low blocks, an issue that has already surfaced at times.

Rio Ngumoha is an exciting prospect, but relying on a young player to shoulder such a tactically demanding role would be premature. Developing talent requires patience, and placing immediate expectations on him could hinder his growth rather than accelerate it.

A specialist winger - someone direct, explosive, and confident in taking on defenders - would reintroduce unpredictability into Liverpool’s attack.

Why do Liverpool need a one vs one winger?

This type of winger forces defensive lines to shift, opens space for midfield runners, and creates higher-quality chances.

In modern football, where many teams defend compactly - especially against Liverpool, individual brilliance and proactivity in wide areas is often the difference-maker.

Without it, Liverpool will continue to struggle, especially to unlock defences and create space for their attackers to thrive.

So, who could Liverpool sign?

Yan Diomande would be the ideal fit for Liverpool because he offers exactly what the squad will lack.

The Ivoarian is elite in one vs one situations and he is a very direct player.

Diomande thrives in isolation. He consistently beats full-backs with pace, close control, and confidence - qualities essential for breaking down compact Premier League defences.

Tactically, he aligns well with Liverpool’s high-tempo, vertical style. He stretches the pitch naturally with his speed and sprinting ability, creating space for midfield runners and overlapping full-backs, while also posing a constant goal threat cutting inside and also being able to create chances going down the byline on the outside of an opponent.

Unlike more possession-oriented wide players, Diomande plays with aggression and purpose, which suits Liverpool’s transitional approach under a pressing system.

Importantly, he represents both immediate impact and long-term development. At his age, he has the explosiveness and fearlessness to contribute right away, but also the potential to evolve into a world-class attacker within Liverpool’s structure. He wouldn’t just replace Salah’s output - he would restore Liverpool’s attacking unpredictability.

It would be a massive transfer to get this over the line. Especially with RB Leipzig wanting €100m for his services.