Yan Diomandé transfer update: why the 100m€ move to PSG or Liverpool is stalling

Shortly after Paris Saint-Germain secured another Champions League trophy, the transfer market is already buzzing with one specific name: Yan Diomandé. The RB Leipzig winger, a key asset for the Côte d’Ivoire national team, is currently the subject of intense speculation regarding a massive 100M€ move. While major European clubs are circling, the situation is far more complex than initial reports suggest.

Since his arrival at RB Leipzig from Leganes in the summer of 2025, the 19-year-old sensation has taken the Bundesliga by storm. With 12 league goals and a strike in the German Cup, Yan Diomandé has proven to be more than just a clinical finisher. His technical ability and visual impact on the pitch have turned him into one of the most sought-after profiles ahead of the upcoming summer window, which runs from June 15 to September 1.

A tug-of-war between Liverpool and PSG for Yan Diomandé?

The Ivorian international, who is set to represent the Éléphants at the World Cup in the United States this summer, has attracted interest from the highest levels of football. Liverpool, currently navigating life after the departure of the iconic Mohamed Salah, is reportedly in the running. They face stiff competition from the reigning double European champions, Paris Saint-Germain. However, despite the noise, no definitive agreement has been reached. Contrary to some claims, the player has not yet given his consent to join either the English giants or the Parisian club.

Leipzig remains confident in retaining their star

While the leadership at PSG and Liverpool would ideally like to secure his signature before the World Cup kicks off, RB Leipzig holds a strong position. The German club’s management is not showing signs of panic. In fact, there is a growing belief within the organization that Yan Diomandé will remain in the Bundesliga for at least one more season. Plans are already being discussed for a contract extension that would include a significant salary increase, potentially keeping the talented winger in Leipzig despite the lure of a 100M€ transfer. PSG and other suitors may have to wait their turn.