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Liverpool identify mesmerising winger Yan Diomande as leading target to replace Mohamed Salah
TL;DR
Liverpool has identified RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande as their top target to replace Mohamed Salah, who is expected to leave this summer. Talks are ongoing with Diomande's agency, but no agreement or negotiations with Leipzig have been finalized.
Key points
- Liverpool targets Yan Diomande to replace Mohamed Salah
- Salah expected to leave Liverpool this summer
- Negotiations ongoing with Diomande's agency Roc Nation Sports
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Liverpool identify mesmerising winger Yan Diomande as leading target to replace Mohamed Salah
RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande is now Liverpool’s first choice target to replace Mohamed Salah, according to journalist Florian Plettenberg.
Salah is set to leave Liverpool this summer after a successful nine-year spell at the club.
Liverpool are currently in talks with Diomande’s new agency, Roc Nation Sports, but an agreement has not been reached. They have also not begun talks with Leipzig over a potential deal.
The German outfit are reluctant to sell Diomande. They are ready to extend his contract on improved financial terms, persuading him to stay at the club.
However, they could sell if any club matches their valuation, reportedly up to €100 million.
Paris Saint-Germain are interested in the Ivory Coast international. Their delegation, led by Luis Campos, have held talks with his agent.
Diomande is also on Manchester United’s radar, suggesting Liverpool will face competition for the forward.
Diomande could be Salah’s perfect replacement
Diomande has enjoyed a breakthrough season in the Bundesliga. He has tallied 12 goals and nine assists in 29 appearances.
Q&A
Who is Yan Diomande and why is Liverpool interested in him?
Yan Diomande is a forward for RB Leipzig, and Liverpool sees him as a key replacement for Mohamed Salah as he prepares to leave the club.
What is the status of Liverpool's negotiations with Yan Diomande?
Liverpool is currently in talks with Diomande's agency, Roc Nation Sports, but has not yet reached an agreement or initiated discussions with Leipzig.
When is Mohamed Salah expected to leave Liverpool?
Mohamed Salah is set to leave Liverpool this summer after a successful nine-year tenure with the club.
