Liverpool F.C. are facing a battle to get a deal over the line for Yan Diomande, as journalist Philipp Hinze reveals that RB Leipzig have rejected their €100m offer.

What happened?

The Reds had put together a package in the region of €100m, but it hasn't been enough to tempt the Bundesliga outfit into sanctioning a sale. Leipzig haven't given a clear asking price for Diomande after rejecting the latest offer.

Why it matters for Liverpool F.C.

It's no surprise, given that Diomande has been described as a "superstar" already, that Leipzig are seemingly keen on keeping the Ivory Coast player around for another season. The situation is fluid for Liverpool F.C., with PSG's interest only adding another concern on the table to consider in any possible negotiation. As of 25 Jun 2026, Liverpool F.C. are currently 5th in the Premier League, with 60 points from 38 games, and a recent form of DLDLW. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 5th in Premier League | | Goals this season | 63 scored, 53 conceded | | Title race | 25 points behind leaders Arsenal |

What comes next?

Given the difficulty in negotiations, Liverpool F.C. are naturally looking at other options for the wide areas, in case they cannot get a deal over the line for Diomande. A report from The Athletic claims that Brighton's Yankuba Minteh, FC Koln's Said El Mala, and Lille's Matias Fernandez-Pardo have all been considered in recent weeks. The Reds are expected to land a handful of new signings, with Andoni Iraola's arrival signalling a shift towards a pressing style of play. Currently, Alisson, S. Bajcetic, C. Bradley, H. Ekitike, W. Endo, and G. Leoni are sidelined, which may impact the team's performance in the upcoming season.