Yan Diomande drops huge hint on “dream” destination after United table eye-watering five-year offer

Manchester United may be bracing for another setback after learning of Yan Diomande’s big wish should he leave RB Leipzig. After missing out on Antoine Semenyo, who opted for Manchester City instead, United quickly identified Diomande as the perfect transfer alternative. Yet while the Leipzig winger offers everything Semenyo would have brought, two major obstacles stand in the way of his pursuit. Hefty valuation, but admirers keep circling Diomande will not come cheap. It would take astronomical figures to prise him away from the Red Bull Arena. Ordinarily, such a hefty asking price might deter clubs, but in this case, it has not. Top sides remain willing to break the bank for the Ivorian international. After all, everyone wants an explosive, pacy winger who combines elite two‑footed dribbling with raw physical strength to drive the ball forward and create chances in the final third, qualities Diomande embodies. The Red Devils, therefore, have been preparing for a fierce battle over the 19‑year‑old. However, a game‑changing update has now emerged in the race. Diomande opens up on dream move A video currently circulating shows Diomande revealing the Premier League clubs he dreams of representing. Transcribed by Give Me Sport, the winger openly admits: “I want to play at Anfield, I want to play for Liverpool. “I’m a big Liverpool fan. My father’s dream is to see me play for Liverpool.” Yan Diomande : “I want to play at Anfield, I want to play for Liverpool. Im a big Liverpool fan. My father’s dream is to see me play for Liverpool.” pic.twitter.com/UeIxEKNBYQ — The Kop Council (@TheKopCouncil) January 10, 2026 Deja vu after Semenyo saga These admissions will frustrate United, who could see history repeat itself after the Semenyo disappointment Just as Semenyo favoured a rival, Diomande appears to prefer Liverpool, and unfortunately for United, the Merseyside club are also keen. If Liverpool intensifies its pursuit of the Bundesliga hotshot, INEOS may struggle to compete, leaving them nursing further frustrations. Manchester United’s counter‑move Even so, reports relayed by The Peoples Person suggest United have already tabled a mouth‑watering five‑year deal. Their swift, bold approach underlines how serious they are, and with agent Amad Diallo’s influence on his compatriot, the Red Devils will hope they can still sway the Bundesliga sensation. Featured image Stuart Franklin via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Daniel Onguko Dan is a writer with The Peoples Person, an avid Manchester United fan whose passion for the Red Devils evolved into writing about them. He was introduced to United back in 2008, and his love for the club has continued to grow ever since. Like every other United fan, he believes the club will soon return to its rightful place and strives to reflect that belief in his writing. While he has also written about other Premier League sides, including Arsenal for Just Arsenal and The Arsenal Analysis Blogspot, Dan lives and breathes Manchester United.