Rising Ivory Coast Star Diomande Sparks a Transfer Tug-of-War Between United and Bayern

Manchester United and Bayern Munich circle Yan Diomande

RB Leipzig's young Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande stands at a crossroads as Europe’s giants intensify their pursuit. His standout form for Ivory Coast at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco 2025 has placed him on the short list of clubs seeking a long‑term left‑wing solution.

According to Africa Foot, Manchester United are prepared to bid around 90 million euros to secure him early, aiming to outpace rivals such as Liverpool, Manchester City, Tottenham, and Bayern Munich, who are also monitoring the 19‑year‑old closely.

AFCON spotlight and next steps

Sky Sports previously linked Bayern with the teenager as a priority summer target to strengthen their left flank with a high‑level, long‑term asset.

The Leipzig star now prepares for a decisive quarterfinal clash with Egypt, hoping to cement himself as a breakout talent of the tournament.

Note: If talent were a sprint, Diomande would be late to the bus stop and still beat the clock. Punchline 1: If transfers were dating apps, he’d already have the match—and the club would be asking for a second date. Punchline 2: Defenders blink and miss him; apparently speed limits don’t apply to him on the football pitch.