{"id":802257,"date":"2026-07-15T17:35:14","date_gmt":"2026-07-15T17:35:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/802257\/"},"modified":"2026-07-15T17:35:14","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T17:35:14","slug":"yan-diomande-man-utd-gatecrash-revived-liverpool-transfer-with-ineos-in-pole-position-despite-reds-bid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/802257\/","title":{"rendered":"Yan Diomande: Man Utd gatecrash revived Liverpool transfer with INEOS in ‘pole position’ despite Reds bid"},"content":{"rendered":"

Man Utd<\/a> are one of three clubs who think they are now in \u2018pole position\u2019 to land Yan Diomande ahead of Paris Saint-Germain, according to reports.<\/p>\n

Liverpool<\/a> made RB Leipzig star Yan Diomande their top transfer target earlier in the summer as they made a bid reportedly worth around \u20ac100m for the Ivory Coast international.<\/p>\n

It had looked likely that Liverpool would get a deal over the line this summer, despite Leipzig wanting to keep the winger, but widespread reports revealed in June that Diomande preferred a move to PSG.<\/p>\n

Fabrizio Romano said in detail on his YouTube channel<\/a>: \u201cWe have a breakthrough in the situation of Yan Diomande. He was wanted during the January transfer window by Tottenham and Manchester United, but he was not available. This summer, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, Liverpool and several other clubs have all shown interest.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe decision has now been made. Yan Diomande, together with his agency, Roc Nation, has decided which club he wants to join. The player has made his choice for the future while representing Ivory Coast at the Club World Cup.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere is a clear decision from Yan Diomande. He wants to join Paris Saint-Germain.\u201d<\/p>\n

READ: Chelsea emerge as Salah first choice with Liverpool legend on the verge of deciding transfer<\/a><\/p>\n

On why Diomande has decided to chose PSG, Romano added: \u201cWhy PSG? There are several reasons. He considers them to be the club his father has always supported. He would love to live in Paris. He believes the project is incredibly ambitious. The opportunity to compete for the UEFA Champions League is extremely attractive to him. He also believes there will be many trophies to win in the coming years.<\/p>\n

\u201cAnother key factor is Luis Enrique. Diomande sees him as one of football\u2019s great tactical minds, and that has had a major influence on his decision.<\/p>\n

\u201cAll of these factors have placed Yan Diomande in a very clear position. He wants to move to Paris.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere is already an agreement on personal terms between PSG and Yan Diomande. At the moment it is a verbal agreement, but it has been completed. PSG have agreed a five-year contract with the player, including an important salary package.\u201d<\/p>\n

On Liverpool potentially rejoining the race, Romano explained: \u201cWhat does this mean for the transfer market? First of all, it means Liverpool are unlikely to sign Yan Diomande, despite making him one of their priority targets.<\/p>\n

READ: Liverpool want Tottenham star who\u2019s been told he can leave after impressive World Cup displays<\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cIn football, you should never say never, so let\u2019s see whether Liverpool attempt to re-enter the race. However, the player has been very clear that he wants to join Paris Saint-Germain.<\/p>\n

\u201cLiverpool genuinely believed they had a chance of convincing him through their project, their financial package and their long-term vision. However, PSG\u2019s latest approach proved decisive.<\/p>\n

\u201cLiverpool were preparing another bid, but they will not return unless the player changes his mind.\u201d<\/p>\n

Man Utd are in \u2018pole position\u2019 but so is everyone else\u2026<\/p>\n

But now German publication Bild (via Sport Witness) have revealed that<\/a> Man Utd<\/a> and Man City are prepared to make their move for Diomande after Liverpool already made an offer.<\/p>\n

It is understood that \u2018no club is prepared to pay more than \u20ac100m\u2019 this summer for Diomande with the German club \u2013 who continue their \u2018no sale this summer\u2019 strategy \u2013 looking for \u20ac120m this summer.<\/p>\n

Man Utd, Liverpool and Man City all believe they are in \u2018pole position\u2019 to sign Diomande with the 19-year-old giving positive responses to several clubs.<\/p>\n

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