Fabrizio Romano Transfer News: Diomande agreement, Barcola to Liverpool, Amad to leave Man Utd?

29 Jun 2026 07:00 BST | 7 min read

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Football news expert Fabrizio Romano has provided an update on several major transfer stories, including the latest on Yan Diomande, Bradley Barcola and Amad Diallo.

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Yan Diomande chooses PSG

RB Leipzig star Yan Diomande is one of the most wanted players in world football and he has now agreed to join PSG this summer, as confirmed by Romano.

He told his YouTube channel: “We have a breakthrough in the situation of Yan Diomande. He was wanted during the January transfer window by Tottenham and Manchester United, but he was not available. This summer, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, Liverpool and several other clubs have all shown interest.

“The decision has now been made. Yan Diomande, together with his agency, Roc Nation, has decided which club he wants to join. The player has made his choice for the future while representing Ivory Coast at the Club World Cup.

“There is a clear decision from Yan Diomande. He wants to join Paris Saint-Germain.”

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Romano continued: “Why PSG? There are several reasons. He considers them to be the club his father has always supported. He would love to live in Paris. He believes the project is incredibly ambitious. The opportunity to compete for the UEFA Champions League is extremely attractive to him. He also believes there will be many trophies to win in the coming years.

“Another key factor is Luis Enrique. Diomande sees him as one of football's great tactical minds, and that has had a major influence on his decision.

“All of these factors have placed Yan Diomande in a very clear position. He wants to move to Paris.

“There is already an agreement on personal terms between PSG and Yan Diomande. At the moment it is a verbal agreement, but it has been completed. PSG have agreed a five-year contract with the player, including an important salary package.”

Liverpool to miss out on Yan Diomande

Liverpool were previously regarded as the frontrunners to sign Diomande this summer, but a move to Anfield is now extremely unlikely to be finalised.

“Liverpool tried everything possible to secure the player before other clubs could enter the race. As I have told you before, timing was always going to be crucial,” Romano revealed.

“Liverpool recently had a bid worth €90 million plus a further €10 million in add-ons rejected by RB Leipzig. They were preparing to return with an improved offer. However, the player informed Liverpool that he wanted to join Paris Saint-Germain instead.

“The focus now shifts to negotiations between PSG and RB Leipzig as both clubs attempt to reach an agreement.”

Romano added: “What I can add is that Paris Saint-Germain have an excellent relationship with RB Leipzig. The people involved in this deal, including Nasser Al-Khelaifi, Luis Campos and Oliver Mintzlaff, all have a very strong working relationship.

“What is especially important today is the valuation of the player. RB Leipzig have made it very clear to PSG and the player's representatives that they will only sell Yan Diomande this summer for an extraordinary fee.

“An offer of €100 million will not be enough. It will take significantly more than that for Leipzig to approve an immediate transfer.

“Otherwise, Leipzig are prepared to agree a deal now that would allow PSG to sign Yan Diomande in the summer of 2027.

“The negotiations between the clubs are now set to begin, but the player has already made his decision. He wants to join Paris Saint-Germain.

“It's a huge story involving one of the most talented young wingers in world football, and it will be fascinating to see how the negotiations develop.”

Liverpool turn attention to Bradley Barcola

While a deal for Diomande is now off the table, Liverpool could be set to prioritise a move for Bradley Barcola, who could leave PSG this summer.

“What does this mean for the transfer market? First of all, it means Liverpool are unlikely to sign Yan Diomande, despite making him one of their priority targets,” Romano confirmed.

“In football, you should never say never, so let's see whether Liverpool attempt to re-enter the race. However, the player has been very clear that he wants to join Paris Saint-Germain.

“Liverpool genuinely believed they had a chance of convincing him through their project, their financial package and their long-term vision. However, PSG's latest approach proved decisive.

“Liverpool were preparing another bid, but they will not return unless the player changes his mind.

“As I have said many times when discussing Liverpool's search for a winger, do not forget the name Bradley Barcola.

“Barcola was already a player Liverpool admired during the summer of 2025, and he remains on their shortlist for the summer of 2026. My position on that has not changed. Bradley Barcola remains a concrete option for Liverpool.

“Paris Saint-Germain have not yet given the green light for Bradley Barcola to leave this summer. However, in all of my recent updates I have continued to say that there is movement around the player.

“Many sources in France insist that Barcola is not leaving PSG. My information remains different. The situation is still open, and there is still a possibility that Barcola could leave Paris during this transfer window.

“PSG's current priority departures include Nordi Mukiele, who is set to join AC Milan in a deal worth €14 million, while talks are also progressing over Randal Kolo Muani's future. Discussions continue with Juventus after personal terms were agreed some time ago.

“I have also mentioned several times that if Liverpool decide to move strongly for Barcola, there is still a genuine possibility that negotiations could develop, especially with Yan Diomande now prioritising a move to Paris Saint-Germain.

“I made a video back in May explaining this exact scenario. Liverpool could move for Barcola while PSG focus on signing Yan Diomande. Several weeks later, that is exactly the direction this story appears to be taking.

“However, everything still depends on whether PSG eventually approve Barcola's departure this summer. Until that decision is made, the situation remains open.”

More PSG signings planned

In addition to Diomande, PSG also remain interested in finalising a deal for AS Monaco star Maghnes Akliouche.

Romano said: “One more important sale for Paris Saint-Germain could be Randal Kolo Muani. As I have already reported, he has reached an agreement on personal terms with Juventus, and that transfer could help PSG finance further additions.

“Do not forget the situation surrounding Maghnes Akliouche. He remains one of PSG's priority targets, and my exclusive information from yesterday still stands. They want to sign him, and they are leading the race.

“The pursuit of Akliouche is completely separate from the move for Yan Diomande. PSG want to complete both deals if possible.

“Another priority for the club is a new centre-back. PSG are working quietly behind the scenes to strengthen their defence during this summer transfer window.

“They are planning changes across the squad. With several departures expected and multiple arrivals being discussed, it is going to be another very busy window for Paris Saint-Germain.”

Manchester United stance on Amad Diallo

Finally, Romano poured cold water on rumours suggesting that Man Utd could sell Amad Diallo before the end of the summer transfer window.

“There have been reports from Italy suggesting he could move to AC Milan, with various stories linking him to a transfer away from Manchester United. Manchester United's position is very clear. Amad Diallo is not for sale this summer,” Romano said.

“Michael Carrick has made his decision known to the club, and Manchester United fully expect Amad Diallo to remain part of their plans for the new season.

“So if you continue to see speculation linking Amad Diallo with Milan or other clubs, Manchester United's stance has not changed. They want him to stay at the club.”

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