Liverpool pursues RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande amid Klopp hints

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Liverpool pursues RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande amid Klopp hints
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Liverpool continues its pursuit of RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande, having submitted an £86m offer for the 19-year-old. Diomande is currently representing Ivory Coast at the World Cup and is seen as a key target to fill a potential gap left by Mohamed Salah. Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp hinted at possible departures from Leipzig, which may include Diomande. Leipzig reportedly seeks a fee of £116m for the player, while PSG is also interested but focusing on another player. Liverpool remains intent on reaching a deal soon.

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  • Liverpool has made an £86m bid for Yan Diomande.
  • Klopp hinted at Leipzig players potentially leaving.
  • Leipzig reportedly wants £116m for Diomande.
  • Diomande is currently at the World Cup with Ivory Coast.
  • PSG shows interest in Diomande but targets another player first.
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  • 2:25 PMYahoo SportsLiverpool could be set to finally land Yan Diomande after Jurgen Klopp hint
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Jurgen Klopp Teases Liverpool Move for Yan DiomandeLiverpool’s pursuit of RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande has quickly become one of the narratives of the summer.The 19-year-old, who is currently at ...

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