Liverpool Offers €100M for Diomande

Liverpool has intensified its pursuit of RB Leipzig sensation Yann Diomande, according to journalist David Ornstein. The Reds have reportedly informed the Bundesliga club of their readiness to offer a package worth close to 100 million euros to bring the teenager to Anfield.

Following earlier discussions with Leipzig, Liverpool has increased the sum they are prepared to spend on the transfer. The Merseyside club is determined to secure the services of one of Europe's brightest young attacking talents before the transfer window closes.

Despite the English club's offensive, the German side remains reluctant to approve the sale of the 19-year-old. RB Leipzig aims to tie down the Ivory Coast international to a new long-term contract and values him at over 130 million euros. Nevertheless, Liverpool remains confident they can finalize the deal, having already secured Victor Muñoz.

Paris Saint-Germain has also shown interest in Diomande but has yet to submit an official offer. The French champions are awaiting the forward's decision regarding his preferred destination.

Liverpool is in more advanced talks regarding the player's personal terms compared to PSG, which puts Andoni Iraola's side in a more advantageous position. However, the Reds are not putting all their eggs in one basket. While Diomande remains a priority target, Liverpool continues to explore alternative options should negotiations not lead to a breakthrough. Among the names being monitored as backup plans are Yankuba Minteh, Said El Mala, and Lille winger Mathias Fernandez-Pardo.

Diomande has had an impressive season in Germany, recording 12 goals and nine assists in 33 Bundesliga appearances. Known for his explosive speed and direct playing style, the teenager has become one of Europe's most sought-after young forwards. He is currently representing Ivory Coast at the World Cup, where he started in his country's opening group stage match against Ecuador and performed excellently in their 1-0 victory.