United line up swoop for explosive 19-yo trickster if Antoine Semenyo deal falls through – report

Manchester United are reportedly planning to sanction a summer swoop for RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande if their bid to land Antoine Semenyo fails. United chasing Semenyo United are one of the clubs hot on the trail of Bournemouth star Semenyo, who is expected to pick his preferred transfer destination imminently. Semenyo has carried his excellent form into this season, attracting continued interest from a growing list of clubs. United and cross-town rivals Manchester City are believed to be the frontrunners for his signature but they’re not the only parties keen, with Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur also keeping close tabs on the situation. More recently, a report covered by The Peoples Person relayed that Chelsea have stormed into the race for the Ghana international’s services. While they have a good chance of landing him, it’s far from guaranteed that Semenyo will be a United player next month. As the situation rumbles on, talkSPORT reveal that United have lined up Diomande as an alternative to Semenyo. United’s Diomande plan According to talkSPORT, “Manchester United are the latest club keeping track of Leipzig rising star Yan Diomande.” “United have identified Diomande as a potential target if they fail to land Antoine Semenyo, although would not pursue their interest in the Bundesliga man until the summer.” talkSPORT note that Leipzig value Diomande at £87m. A fast and explosive winger who is capable of playing either wing, Diomande boasts an impressive return of six goals and half as many assists in 14 Bundesliga appearances so far this season. The 19-year-old combines excellent dribbling and close control with the quick feints and technical quality needed to evade defenders. Complementing his attacking skill is notable physical strength and a strong defensive work rate, ensuring he contributes in all phases of play. He only joined Leipzig in July this year from Spanish club CD Leganes in a deal worth around €20m. He put pen to paper on a deal running up to 2030. 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 Latest Top Stories… Derick Kinoti Derick Kinoti is a football writer at The Peoples Person who has covered Manchester United and the Premier League extensively for years. His work blends sharp analysis, tactical insight, and engaging storytelling that resonates with fans around the world. Derick has gained valuable experience in football journalism, developing strong expertise in SEO writing, digital content creation, and social media engagement. A tech enthusiast with a Computer Science degree from the University of Nairobi, he ultimately swapped code for football commentary, bringing an analytical, detail-oriented approach to his writing. Derick is convinced Wayne Rooney is the true GOAT and won’t hear otherwise!