Liverpool prepare move for Manchester United wing target

The transfer market is already beginning to heat up despite the summer window still feeling some distance away.

Manchester United are once again being linked with elite young talent as recruitment departments across Europe sharpen their focus.

With rivals circling and valuations rising rapidly, decisive action is becoming increasingly important at the top end of the market.

Old Trafford decision-makers know that missing out early can mean paying a premium later.

That sense of urgency is growing as a major rival positions itself aggressively.

Manchester United are monitoring developments closely as Liverpool prepare to make a decisive move for one of Europe’s most exciting young attackers.

The player at the centre of the growing storm is Yan Diomande, who has enjoyed a breakout season with RB Leipzig since arriving from Leganes last summer.

At just 19 years old, the winger has quickly established himself as one of the Bundesliga’s most dangerous wide forwards.

Yan Diomande has registered seven goals and four assists in 18 appearances across all competitions, underlining both his productivity and consistency.

His explosive pace, direct dribbling and ability to beat defenders one-on-one have made him a nightmare for full-backs.

Leipzig secured his signature for around £17 million (€20 million) in July, a deal that already looks like a masterstroke.

The German club are now preparing to demand a fee that would represent an enormous profit on their initial investment.

Reports suggest Leipzig have informed all interested clubs that negotiations will only begin at £87 million (€100 million).

Liverpool are understood to be leading the race and are reportedly preparing a concrete £87 million (€100 million) bid for the summer, as reported by CaughtOffside.

That proposed offer would put them ahead of a crowded field that includes Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich.

From a United perspective, the situation is concerning given the club’s long-standing interest in dynamic wide players.

Diomande has done little to cool the speculation, recently making public comments that appeared to place Liverpool firmly at the front of the queue.

The teenager admitted his desire to play at Anfield, describing himself as a lifelong Liverpool supporter and referencing his father’s dream of seeing him in red.

Those remarks have only strengthened Liverpool’s hand as they prepare a formal approach in the coming months.

However, Leipzig’s hierarchy have publicly attempted to slow the momentum surrounding a potential exit.

Red Bull managing director Oliver Mintzlaff has insisted the club are not eager to part with such a recent signing.

Mintzlaff stated that Leipzig would not simply give away a young player after one season, even in the face of significant offers.

He went as far as suggesting that Diomande would remain at the club even if bids of £70 million (€80 million) or £78 million (€90 million) were submitted.

That stance creates uncertainty over whether a deal will actually be sanctioned this summer.

For Manchester United, the challenge may be deciding whether to enter a bidding war or prioritise alternative targets.