BREAKING: Spurs Ready to BURN the Bank for the MOST OUTRAGEOUS Forward on Earth – This Will Make Gallagher Look Like Pocket Change!
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly going head-to-head with Liverpool in the pursuit of RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, according to journalist Alan Nixon.
The North London club are said to be eager to strengthen their attacking options during the January transfer window and have identified the Ivory Coast international as a prime target.
Spurs would be willing to table a substantial bid for Diomande should the chance to strike a deal present itself this month.
Liverpool, meanwhile, are understood to have monitored the winger for some time and remain admirers of his qualities.
However, a January move to Anfield appears unlikely, with the Merseyside club more inclined to view Diomande as a longer-term option rather than an immediate acquisition.
Nixon reports that Diomande could be attainable for a fee in the region of £40 million during the current window.
This figure is significantly lower than earlier suggestions that Leipzig valued the player at closer to £87 million (€100 million), potentially opening the door for a swift move.
Tottenham Prepared to Make Their Move
While Liverpool are thought to be content to wait, Tottenham could intensify their interest imminently.
Spurs are prepared to spend in January after a frustrating opening half of the season under Thomas Frank, having managed just seven victories from their first 21 Premier League matches.
The club are already close to confirming two additions, with left-back Souza set to arrive and former Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher currently undergoing a medical ahead of a proposed move.
Diomande only joined Leipzig from Spanish outfit Leganés ahead of the current campaign but has quickly made a strong impression in Germany.
The exciting winger has registered six goals and three assists in 14 Bundesliga outings, while also contributing twice more in the German Cup.
Tottenham also have recent experience of negotiating with Leipzig, having completed a £51 million deal for Xavi Simons during the summer transfer window, which could help smooth discussions if talks progress.
Why Diomande Appeals to Spurs
Tottenham’s interest in Diomande is understandable given the injury problems that have ravaged Frank’s attacking resources this season.
Dejan Kulusevski has been sidelined for a lengthy period, while Dominic Solanke has struggled for consistent minutes.
Mohammed Kudus and Lucas Bergvall have also spent time unavailable, further limiting Spurs’ options.
Richarlison added to the injury list after suffering a hamstring problem during the 2-1 FA Cup defeat to Aston Villa.
Elsewhere, James Maddison and Destiny Udogie have faced their own fitness issues, and midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur is expected to be out for around three months with a hamstring injury.
Spurs Field Enquiry for Mathys Tel
In addition to their pursuit of Diomande, Tottenham have received interest from Ligue 1 side Paris FC for winger Mathys Tel.
However, Spurs are keen for the Frenchman to remain at the club due to their current injury crisis.
As reported by GIVEMESPORT’s Fabrizio Romano, Tel is considering a January exit in search of regular playing time to enhance his chances of breaking into France’s World Cup squad.
