Paris Saint-Germain have taken the lead in the pursuit of RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, with the 19-year-old reportedly favouring a move to the French capital, according to The Athletic. The development potentially represents a setback for Liverpool, who have also been heavily linked with the Côte d'Ivoire international this summer.
Diomande has reportedly been convinced by PSG’s long-term project, believing a transfer to the Ligue 1 champions would provide the optimal environment for both trophy contention and individual development. The winger is said to see a future in Paris as a pathway to challenging for the Ballon d'Or. While a transfer fee has not yet been disclosed, PSG’s financial capabilities would likely allow them to meet Leipzig’s valuation.
Diomande joined RB Leipzig from Danish side FC Midtjylland in January 2023, quickly establishing himself as a promising talent in the Bundesliga. He has made 20 appearances for Leipzig across all competitions, scoring twice and providing two assists. His pace and dribbling ability have drawn comparisons to some of the league’s most exciting wide players.
Liverpool had identified Diomande as a potential addition to their attacking options, as they look to refresh their squad under Jürgen Klopp. However, with Diomande’s preference now seemingly clear, the Merseyside club are expected to refocus their efforts on alternative targets. The Reds are known to be in the market for attacking reinforcements following a relatively quiet January transfer window.
Currently, Diomande is with the Côte d'Ivoire national team at the World Cup, where he is gaining valuable international experience. His performances on the global stage could further increase his profile and potentially influence the final stages of any negotiations. PSG’s pursuit of Diomande signals their intent to continue building a squad capable of dominating both domestically and in the Champions League.
