Mercato: Yan Diomande clarifies rumors of potential deal with Paris Saint-Germain

30.06.26 FT World Cup

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After reports surfaced about his possible move to Paris Saint-Germain this summer, Yan Diomande sought to cool the speculation. The Leipzig striker swore he knows nothing about any deal and is fully focused on the World Cup with Ivory Coast.

His name has been echoing loudly through the corridors of Paris ever since the transfer window opened. The 19-year-old prodigy was said to have chosen the European champions from a host of top clubs chasing his signature. But in a press conference ahead of the Round of 16 clash against Norway, Diomande set the record straight: "You are the ones telling me this. I don't have internet, no Instagram, no TikTok. My agent is the one negotiating with the club. I have no information."

I don't want to talk about it, not even with my agent. The World Cup only comes around every four years. I have to make the most of this opportunity. I want to make history with my country and give everything I have.

And while he dodged confirming any potential agreement, Yan Diomande has expressed admiration for Paris Saint-Germain since the start of the World Cup.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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