Liverpool have confirmed the signing of Victor Munoz from Osasuna and have now informed RB Leipzig of their intention to make a €100 million offer for Yan Diomande, according to The Athletic. The club announced the agreement for Munoz on Tuesday, subject to a successful work permit application and international clearance.
Munoz has signed a six-year contract with Liverpool after the Merseyside club activated his €40 million release clause, hijacking a similar deal that was nearing completion with Newcastle United. Newcastle had reportedly had an offer accepted by Osasuna, but Liverpool moved swiftly to secure the 22-year-old winger, who was with the Spain squad at the World Cup during his medical.
Real Madrid will benefit from the transfer due to a 50% sell-on clause included in Munoz’s previous move from the Spanish capital to Osasuna for €5 million last summer. He enjoyed a breakout season with Osasuna, scoring six goals in La Liga.
Following the confirmation of the Munoz deal, Liverpool have intensified their pursuit of Diomande, a 19-year-old forward currently representing Ivory Coast at the World Cup. The club is reportedly ‘firmly in the driving seat’ to sign the highly sought-after youngster, despite interest from Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United. Liverpool have been actively engaged in discussions with Leipzig to determine their financial limits for a potential deal.
Leipzig had initially indicated that they would require a fee closer to €130 million to part ways with Diomande, and are attempting to negotiate a contract renewal to retain the player for another season. Diomande’s personal preference also remains a factor, as he has previously expressed a desire to play for PSG, the team supported by his father, while also stating his loyalty to Leipzig and a lack of urgency to leave. Liverpool view Diomande as a potential replacement for Mohamed Salah.
The swift acquisition of Munoz and the aggressive pursuit of Diomande signal Liverpool’s intent to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the new season. These moves suggest a proactive approach to squad building as they aim to maintain their competitiveness in both domestic and European competitions.
