Liverpool are reportedly intensifying efforts to seal the transfer of RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, but a deal may have to wait until next summer.

The Reds have been monitoring Diomande for some time, increasingly viewing the Ivory Coast international as a priority target. According to a report from TEAMtalk, one issue is that Leipzig ideally wants to keep Diomande for at least one more year.

The 19-year-old has impressed this season with a record of 13 goals and six assists in all competitions. Furthermore, Arsenal is also interested in him, adding to the competition for his signature.

Key points include:

• Leipzig's preference to retain Diomande until summer 2027.
• Liverpool's urgent need for a replacement for Mohamed Salah, who confirmed he’ll leave Anfield at the end of this season.
• The possibility of Liverpool looking at other available targets due to their poor form this season and Salah’s imminent departure.

While deals can sometimes be arranged in advance, like Giorgi Mamardashvili’s move to Liverpool or Christopher Nkunku’s transfer from Leipzig to Chelsea, the situation remains uncertain. It will be interesting to see how this develops and if Liverpool shifts focus to other players instead.