Overview
- Journalist Sacha Tavolieri reports Liverpool have halted work on Yan Diomande after learning of a valid agreement with his former agency that runs until December 2027 and is registered with the English FA.
- Diomande’s image rights are said to be assigned to his former agency, creating a contractual standstill that prevents Liverpool from negotiating until the issue is resolved.
- Interest from Liverpool remains in place but inactive, with RB Leipzig reportedly valuing the 19-year-old at around €100m after seven Bundesliga goals this season.
- Separately, Football365 and TEAMtalk report Liverpool have an agreement to sign Rennes centre-back Jeremy Jacquet for about £60m including add-ons.
- The club is prepared to authorize shoulder surgery for Jacquet if specialists recommend it, with Liverpool and Rennes medical teams coordinating on scans and rehabilitation plans.