Liverpool F.C. has a key advantage in the pursuit of RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande, with the Reds' long-standing relationship with the Red Bull stable potentially greasing the wheels for a deal. The path from the Red Bull stable to Liverpool has been well trodden over the last decade, with players like Sadio Mane, Naby Keita, and Takumi Minamino making the move. Liverpool has made it clear they are willing to commit to a package worth up to £86.6m for Diomande, but Leipzig is still insistent they won't sell for less than £112m. The Bundesliga side's stance is reminiscent of the negotiations with Bayer Leverkusen last summer for Florian Wirtz, which eventually saw the player move to Liverpool for £116m. With a £26m gap between what Liverpool is prepared to pay and what Leipzig will accept, supporters hoping for a quick resolution may be left frustrated. Patience will now be the watchword for fans who have been impressed by Diomande's performances, including a player of the match display in the World Cup. Diomande has become the breakout star of the Bundesliga this season, easing Leipzig's transition to a new-look attack following the sales of Benjamin Sesko, Xavi Simons, and Luis Openda. Richard Hughes, Liverpool's sporting director, will likely play a key role in negotiations, as he did with Simon Rolfes, his German counterpart, in the Wirtz deal. The Reds are privately insisting other targets are being assessed if they are forced to walk away, including Yankuba Minteh of Brighton. Diomande's reputation has soared after a hat-trick in a 6-0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt on December 6, making him the youngest player in 60 years of Germany's top division to net three goals in the same game. The Ivory Coast winger's performances have sparked a heated debate about his valuation, with some arguing he is worth every penny of the £100m price tag. As the transfer saga continues, Liverpool F.C. fans will be eagerly awaiting news of a potential deal, which could see Diomande become one of the most expensive signings in the club's history.