Liverpool pursues Bazoumana Toure in transfer race for World Cup winger
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 8:00 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Liverpool has reportedly taken significant steps to secure Bazoumana Toure from Hoffenheim, as the winger is set to feature in the 2026 World Cup. With Manchester United and other clubs also expressing interest, Liverpool's formal registration of interest highlights their determination to add attacking depth this summer. Toure, who has three years remaining on his contract, is valued between €40m-€50m. His performances at the World Cup will be closely monitored by Liverpool and its rivals, particularly if they fail to land their primary target, Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig.
- •Liverpool leads the chase for Bazoumana Toure.
- •Toure has impressed with 17 goal contributions in 32 games last season.
- •Multiple Premier League clubs, including Manchester United, are interested in Toure.
- •Hoffenheim expects bids around €40m-€50m for Toure.
- •Toure is a key player for Ivory Coast in the upcoming World Cup.
- 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Liverpool take ‘most decisive action’ in transfer race for World Cup winger – not Diomande
"Liverpool appear to have the edge on Manchester United and other Premier League suitors for an in-demand winger who’s set to feature at the 2026 World Cup, according to reports which emerged on Frid...
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