Liverpool inquire about Olise and Diomande as Salah replacement options
Liverpool have made formal inquiries regarding Bayern Munich’s Michael Olise and RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande as they prepare for the potential departure of Mohamed Salah this summer.
The Reds are actively planning for life without their talismanic forward following a season of internal friction and dipping form.
Salah signed a contract extension last summer keeping him at the club until 2027, but fresh interest from the Saudi Pro League has placed his future in doubt.
Liverpool currently sit fifth in the Premier League table as their title defence falters.
Reds hold talks for Olise
Anfield recruiters have reportedly opened discussions with representatives of Michael Olise.
The France international has flourished since leaving Crystal Palace for Bayern Munich in 2024.
Olise has registered a staggering 33 goals and 48 assists in 91 appearances for the German champions.
His previous experience in the English top flight makes him a priority target for the Merseyside club.
However, prising the creative midfielder away from the Allianz Arena will likely require a significant financial package.
Diomande identified as youthful alternative
Liverpool are also tracking RB Leipzig teenager Yan Diomande.
The forward has scored 10 goals and provided seven assists in 26 Bundesliga games this campaign.
He is reportedly valued at approximately £87m, though this figure could decrease if Leipzig fail to qualify for the Champions League.
Competition for Diomande’s signature is expected to be fierce across Europe’s top leagues.
Tension grows between Salah and Slot
The search for reinforcements comes amid a breakdown in the relationship between Salah and Liverpool manager Arne Slot.
The Egyptian has struggled to replicate his form from last season, where he contributed 34 goals to the club’s title-winning campaign.
By contrast, he has managed just seven goals and eight assists in 29 appearances across all competitions this term.
The 32-year-old voiced his frustration publicly before departing for the Africa Cup of Nations earlier in the season.
“It seems like the club has thrown me under the bus. That is how I am feeling. I think it is very clear that someone wanted me to get all of the blame.”
Mohamed Salah
With the relationship strained, Liverpool chiefs believe they can demand a substantial transfer fee from Saudi suitors this summer.
