Yan Diomande has set his sights on a move to Paris Saint-Germain if he is to leave RB Leipzig this summer, according to David Ornstein.
The attacking starlet is said to be prioritising the opportunity to lift trophies regularly, as well as being in contention to win the Ballon d’Or.
🚨 EXCL: Yan Diomande chooses Paris Saint-Germain as next destination if he departs RB Leipzig this summer. 19yo said to believe in #PSG project led by Al-Khelaifi / Campos / Enrique + wants chance to lift trophies regularly & win Balon D’Or @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/HYUUXtCSS8
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) June 28, 2026
Yan Diomande snubs Premier League interest to try and seal PSG move
It comes as a major blow to both Liverpool and Manchester United, who had shortlisted Diomande following his stellar breakout season at Leipzig.
| Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| 36 | 13 | 10 |
Diomande’s record for Leipzig in all competitions across 2025/2026
However, of the duo, the Merseyside outfit had undoubtedly shown the most concrete interest, as they had made it clear to Leipzig they would be willing to meet their financial demands.
In fact, Ornstein revealed on June 18 that Liverpool were ‘firmly in the driving seat’ to secure the 19-year-old’s signature, but his preference will leave them forced to look for alternatives.
🚨 EXCL: Liverpool inform RB Leipzig of willingness to pay package approaching €100m for Yan Diomande. #LFC firmly in driving seat at present but studying more options if needed as #RBLeipzig want to keep 19yo + #PSG remain strong contender @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/J0zcTChtCg
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) June 18, 2026
Diomande: The state of play
Alas, Diomande could depart the Red Bull Arena after just 12 months, as he joined last July in a £17.2 million switch from Leganes.
They do stand to make a sizeable profit, though, having set his price tag in the region of £86m to facilitate a sale during the transfer window.
Should it wait until next summer, you’d imagine his price would have increased again.
Amad assisted Ivory Coast’s second goal. Scored by Yan Diomande pic.twitter.com/urMpAMHiFH
— utdreport (@utdreport) January 6, 2026
United were tracking the winger’s performances in recent months, but it goes without saying that adding depth on the left flank, where Matheus Cunha and Patrick Dorgu have flourished, is not viewed as a priority in the same way the midfield is.
That’s why INEOS were quick to get an agreement for Ederson over the line early doors, until his late World Cup call-up meant his scheduled medical had to be delayed.
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