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Liverpool news: Yan Diomande informs Andoni Iraola of decision as Reds boss given £51million answer
Jul 26 2026 04:47 · By Fasika Zelealem/Senior Sports Reporter · 10 Reads
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Andoni Iraola's options to replace Mohamed Salah at Liverpool are beginning to thin. The Egyptian superstar departed Anfield at the end of the 25/26 season and his place on the right-wing has yet to welcome a successor.
The £34million signing of Spain forward Victor Munoz last month has been the only new addition to Liverpool's attacking line-up. Speculation of moves for Yan Diomande and Bradley Barcola has been strife, but further incomings have been lacking.
There is just over a month until the summer transfer window closes and even less until the 26/27 season commences. Iraola could speed up his side's chase for forward reinforcements after he was told of Diomande's latest decision. Meanwhile, the Reds could fork out over £50m to solve one key issue.
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The transfer saga of Yan Diomande has dominated much of the summer and it could heading towards its conclusion. Real Madrid have entered the race for the RB Leipzig star and are reportedly confident of agreeing a deal for his services.
The Spanish giants have had a bid rejected of £85million for his services, but positive talks with the 19-year-old's camp has Jose Mourinho's side in the driving seat. Diomande has long been linked to Liverpool, who tabled an identical package to Madrid, which was swiftly rejected.
The Reds were battling Paris Saint-Germain in the race for Diomande as the French champions were said to be the Ivorian's preference. The latest twist in his future now suggests his focus is on a move to the Santiago Bernabeu.
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Liverpool continue to scour the market for a winger and the Reds may look towards the Portuguese league once again to bolster their front-line. According to fussballdaten , Iraola is monitoring Porto wonderkid Oskar Pietuszewski.
The 18-year-old only joined the club in January but has impressed numerous suitors across Europe with his performances, including the likes of Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal and Chelsea.
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