Liverpool have negotiated a transfer for winger Yan Diomande, and terms of the deal have been agreed. The move brings the Merseyside club closer to adding a new attacking option to their squad.
The state of the deal
Personal terms have been settled between Liverpool and Diomande, but the transfer is not yet complete. An agreement between the two clubs on a fee still needs to be reached. That part of the negotiation has not been finalized, and the player remains under contract with his current club for now.
Why Liverpool moved
Diomande is a winger, and Liverpool are looking to add depth on the flanks. The club have been monitoring the transfer market for wide attackers, and Diomande fits the profile they've been after. By securing his agreement early, Liverpool have taken the first step toward making him part of their plans for next season.
Next steps
The club will now enter formal discussions with Diomande's employer. A fee will need to be negotiated, and once that is settled, a medical and final paperwork will follow. No timetable has been set, but the deal is expected to move forward quickly now that the player's side is locked in.
