Romano reveals that Liverpool is already pursuing a replacement for Salah, disclosing they have a plan B but face two obstacles.
On 26 May 2026 GMT+7, Fabrizio Romano, a journalist specializing in the football transfer market, reported that Liverpool, a prominent Premier League club, has begun its pursuit of a replacement for Mohamed Salah, the prolific Egyptian winger who will leave the team after this season.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool's first target is Yann Diomandé, a 19-year-old winger from Ivory Coast set for the 2026 World Cup squad. He has been a long-term interest, but a major obstacle is his high asking price, and Paris Saint-Germain is also competing for him.
Romano stated, "Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain are negotiating to sign Yann Diomandé. Talks have already begun. The deal depends on Diomandé's decision about the project he favors, as well as RB Leipzig's decision regarding the price, which is expected to exceed 100 million euros."
"RB Leipzig aims to offer a new contract with a higher salary and release clauses, but Diomandé has expressed openness to a transfer."
"If Diomandé moves to Paris Saint-Germain, Liverpool still desires Bradley Barcola, who remains one of the top targets on their summer transfer list."
"Barcola was a Liverpool target last summer and continues to be on the list of both Liverpool and Arsenal for this transfer window."
