Richard Hughes, Liverpool’s sporting director, has reportedly identified the club’s next €100m target, marking a significant move.
In his first summer at Liverpool, Hughes refrained from making major acquisitions, but this year has seen a shift in strategy. He has already broken the club’s transfer record twice with signings exceeding €100 million.
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Historically, Liverpool had never signed a player for nine figures until Florian Wirtz made history as the first, followed by Alexander Isak, whose signing broke the record once more.
Now, reports suggest that Liverpool has identified their next major target: Yan Diomande is reportedly the club’s top priority this summer.
Diomande, who joined RB Leipzig at the beginning of the season, has made a remarkable impact in the Bundesliga, prompting his valuation to reportedly reach €100m.
Leipzig has no pressing need to sell Diomande, and given that valuation, they will likely demand top dollar from potential suitors. This won’t be an easy pursuit for Liverpool.
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Nonetheless, Diomande is seen as a possible future star, with a remarkable trajectory and a balanced skill set — and at just 19 years old, his potential is vast.
Yan Diomande: Current Overview
Bundesliga Breakthrough and Performance
As of 22 April 2026, Yan Diomandé has established himself as a standout talent in the Bundesliga with RB Leipzig. The 19-year-old Ivorian winger has achieved 12 goals and six assists in 29 league appearances, boasting an 88% pass completion rate. He recently scored in back-to-back matches against Eintracht Frankfurt on April 18 and Borussia Mönchengladbach on April 11. Following his transfer from CD Leganés in 2025, his market value has skyrocketed to €75 million.
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Transfer Competition and Salah Succession
Diomandé is at the center of a competitive transfer race. While Liverpool is regarded as the frontrunner to acquire him as Mohamed Salah’s successor, they face stiff competition from Paris Saint-Germain, whose sporting director, Luis Campos, has already engaged with the player’s representatives. Leipzig is reportedly asking for a fee between £85 million and £87 million, with clubs like Manchester United and Bayern Munich also keeping tabs on the situation.
A significant player for the Ivory Coast, Diomandé has earned nine caps and scored during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, where he is expected to shine at the upcoming 2026 World Cup this June.