May 23, 2026

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Psg targets young ivorian winger at 100m€ only if key attacker leaves

With the UEFA Champions League final scheduled for May 30, Paris Saint-Germain is already planning its summer transfer strategy. Club executives are exploring multiple avenues to reinforce their squad, prioritizing young talents who show exceptional promise. Among their primary targets is 19-year-old Ivorian winger Yan Diomandé, fresh off winning the Bundesliga’s Best Young Player award after a standout season with RB Leipzig.

psg to pursue diomandé only if top attacker departs

Paris Saint-Germain is closely monitoring Yan Diomandé’s situation, joining European giants like Liverpool in the race for the Ivorian sensation. However, the French club will not act impulsively. According to insider reports, PSG will enter the bidding for Diomandé solely if a key offensive player departs this summer. The 19-year-old, who has already established himself as a rising star, is not the only attacking option under consideration in Paris.

transfer fee could exceed 100 million euros

Securing Diomandé’s signature won’t come cheap. Sources suggest RB Leipzig is reluctant to part ways with their prized asset unless the right price is met. While the German club aims to retain him for another season, a bid surpassing €100 million would prompt serious deliberation. Leipzig’s recent Champions League qualification further amplifies the financial stakes, making this a high-pressure negotiation for all parties involved.