Official: ‘Outstanding’ Man United target signs lucrative new long-term deal amid rumours of release clause addition

Yan Diomande’s rise to stardom has continued, with the youngster being snapped up by giants New Balance in a lucrative sponsorship deal.The confirmation comes after Diomande had been spotted donning their boots in recent matches. Yan Diomande signs a deal with New Balance. pic.twitter.com/bmrFnZy6RL — VERSUS (@vsrsus) April 8, 2026DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYDiomande set to be one of the major topics of the summer windowNow that his sponsorship allegiances are set in stone, the 19-year-old can start mulling over his future, and whether that lies with Leipzig for another season or elsewhere.Currently, Leipzig are doing their utmost to tie Diomande down to a new contract in recognition of his ‘outstanding’ performances. However, it’s thought they would feel obliged to sell him after only one season if a suitable offer arrived this summer. Appearances Starts Goals Assists 30 25 11 8 (Diomande’s record in all competitions for Leipzig this term, courtesy of Transfermarkt)Manchester United are firmly among the mix of the players’ suitors heading into the transfer window, although it remains to be seen how much they plan to shell out on an attacker after revamping the entire frontline last year – along with the fact that a midfield overhaul is the priority this time around.How might United facilitate a move for Diomande?That being said, the Red Devils will be sanctioning the sales of Rasmus Hojlund and Marcus Rashford, who are expected to join Napoli and Barcelona, respectively, upon the culmination of their loans.Jadon Sancho will also be leaving as a free agent, which means his mammoth £200,000-a-week wages will finally be chalked off the books – so the funds will be there to replenish the attacking options.Should Diomande agree to pen a new contract at the Red Bull Arena, Leipzig will consider adding a release clause, rumoured to be around the £87 million mark, to make any prospective transfer more straightforward for the Ivorian.