Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterLiverpool are in the market for wide forwards this summer following Mohamed Salahs exit.The Reds are keen to add Spain international Victor Munoz but are in the market for a marquee addition to make up for the loss of Salah and his goals output.It was hoped by those at Anfield that player could be RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, but now the Ivorian appears unattainable having reportedly decided on his next club.Liverpool miss out on �100m-rated wingerThe 19-year-old is reported to have chosen Paris Saint-Germain, convinced by the project in the French capital, according to The Athletic.Liverpools fifth place finish last season, in contrast to PSGs back-to-back Champions League titles, is likely to have played a part in Diomandes decision. You may like Liverpool nearing agreement for Yan Diomande deal: report Liverpool told to push boat out to sign 'really talented' breakout World Cup transfer Yan Diomande as Mohamed Salah replacement Liverpool's plan B, C and D if Yan Diomande transfer collapses: report He is expected to complete his move to Paris once the Ivory Coast are eliminated from the World Cup.Diomande and his international teammates face Norway in the Round of 32 on Tuesday. It is the first time the west African country has progressed beyond the group stage at the World Cup.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.Liverpool are still expected to add a young, proven wide forward in the summer window, despite missing out on Diomandes signature.In FourFourTwos opinion, whilst Diomande is passing up the opportunity to play in the Premier League, he stands a greater chance of winning major honours at Parc des Princes.TOPICSLiverpoolPSGWorld CupPremier LeagueJoe DonnohueSocial Links NavigationSenior Digital WriterJoe joined FourFourTwo as senior digital writer in July 2025 after five years covering Leeds United in the Championship and Premier League. Joe's 'Mastermind' specialist subject is 2000s-era Newcastle United having had a season ticket at St. James' Park for 10 years before relocating to Leeds and later London. Joe takes a keen interest in youth football, covering PL2, U21 Euros, as well as U20 and U17 World Cups in the past, in addition to hosting the industry-leading football recruitment-focused SCOUTED podcast. He is also one of the lucky few to have 'hit top bins' as a contestant on Soccer AM. It wasn't a shin-roller.
