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Liverpool won’t have to contend with Manchester United or Tottenham in the battle for RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, Romano confirmed that the two Premier League rivals have backed off as the Reds and PSG vie for the Ivorian’s signature:

“The name of Yan Diomande remains, for sure. Liverpool are in conversations, in active talks, with the agency of Yan Diomande, Roc Nation Sports, the agency of Diomande.”

“It’s not only Liverpool, because Paris Saint-Germain, I told you all of this already in January, but also Paris Saint-Germain are in conversation.”

“Manchester United are following the player, but Man Utd have already informed people close to the player that they will not pay €100million for Diomande because the main investments will be made in midfield.”

“So, at the moment, spending more than €100m again from Leipzig after the Sesko deal in summer 2025, at the moment, for Utd is considered too expensive. He’s a player they really like, but considered too expensive. Tottenham tried to sign him, but it’s not going to be possible and was already not possible in 2025.”

Liverpool should have the upper hand on PSG

Back in January, Diomande spoke out on TikTok, revealing he is a “huge Liverpool fan”, so that could count for something in negotiations if they do have to fend off competition from the Ligue One champions.

Of course, there are plenty of examples where players have snubbed teams they supported as a kid to move elsewhere, but the fact that the Reds are holding direct talks with the teenager’s agent already suggests they are trying to head off interest from PSG and other potential suitors.

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There are ways to lower Diomande’s asking price

While getting the player’s approval may not be an issue, agreeing a transfer fee with Leipzig is still a big hurdle to overcome. The Bundesliga side are very reluctant to sell, and as Romano mentions, they are expected to stick to their current €100m (£87m) valuation.

One solution could be to include a player in Liverpool’s offer. Leipzig have shown an interest in Harvey Elliott, and if the 23-year-old is open to the switch to Germany, it could reduce the cost of recruiting Diomande by £20m to £30m.

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