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Yan Diomande chooses Paris Saint-Germain over Liverpool and Real Madrid
The 19-year-old Ivory Coast winger has decided to join Paris Saint-Germain if he leaves RB Leipzig. Reports indicate he rejected interest from Liverpool and Real Madrid.
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Yan Diomande has decided to join Paris Saint-Germain if he departs RB Leipzig, according to reports published June 28, 2026. The 19-year-old winger, who is currently representing the Ivory Coast at the World Cup, views the project at the French club as the best environment for his development.
The Athletic reported that Diomande sees the move as an opportunity to compete for trophies each season and to challenge for the Ballon d'Or. Liverpool had been prepared to offer around €100 million ($110 million), but RB Leipzig indicated it would not accept less than €130 million ($148 million).
Real Madrid also expressed interest, according to OK Diario via Marca.
Contract situation RB Leipzig is attempting to extend Diomande's contract.
The report states the player wants to leave and has chosen Paris Saint-Germain as his destination. Paris Saint-Germain has won two consecutive UEFA Champions League titles, while Real Madrid has not won a major trophy in the past two seasons.
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