Tottenham are interested in 19-year-old RB Leipzig sensation
Yan Diomande has emerged as one of Europe’s most exciting young attackers since Leipzig triggered his €20 million release clause from Leganés last July.
He has registered six goals and three assists across 14 Bundesliga appearances. His explosive December performances saw him rival only Harry Kane for goal contributions during the month, cementing his status as one of the Bundesliga’s breakout stars.
Tottenham face an uphill battle to sign RB Leipzig winger this January, with Bundesliga expert Kevin Hatchard revealing how much the German club would demand to consider parting with the 19-year-old sensation currently at the Africa Cup of Nations with the Ivory Coast.
Kane finished December as the Bundesliga’s most prolific player with five goals, including strikes against Mainz, Stuttgart (hat-trick), and Heidenheim. Diomande trailed only marginally behind with four goal contributions across three matches, scoring a hat-trick in Leipzig’s 6-0 demolition of Eintracht Frankfurt, plus an assist against Magdeburg in the DFB Pokal.
Diomande has scored at a rate of one goal every 86 minutes across all competitions this season, positioning him among Europe’s most efficient forwards despite his tender age. His performances have attracted serious attention from Liverpool and Barcelona, alongside Tottenham, with both clubs monitoring his development at AFCON.
Expert Reveals Massive Valuation
Speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, Hatchard delivered a sobering assessment of any potential January move. It is worth noting that Spurs are in advanced talks with the winger. In the wake of this, the Sky Sports Bundesliga commentator said:
“He is quick, skilful, has a great work-rate without the ball. I’d be surprised if anyone could persuade Leipzig to sell mid-season, and I’d think we’d be talking minimum £52 million, if not a lot more. Actually, I think Leipzig would need an offer of £87m to consider it, which isn’t going to happen.”
The valuation reflects Leipzig’s negotiating position rather than the realistic market value. Ole Werner’s side cannot afford to lose their most dynamic attacker while competing for Champions League qualification and sitting fourth in the Bundesliga.
Leipzig’s reluctance extends beyond purely sporting considerations. Diomande’s absence at AFCON already weakens their attacking options, with the tournament running until January 18th potentially extending to February 2nd if Ivory Coast reach the final. Selling him permanently would leave Werner scrambling for replacements in a market where quality forwards command premium fees.
Tottenham’s interest stems from urgent needs following Brennan Johnson’s departure to Crystal Palace. Thomas Frank desperately requires fresh attacking impetus after Thursday’s goalless draw at Brentford marked Spurs’ first scoreless Premier League outing in 137 matches.
Tottenham maintain a strong relationship with Leipzig after signing Xavi Simons last summer, which could facilitate negotiations for Diomande in future windows. The Dutch playmaker’s loan-to-buy arrangement demonstrated that both clubs can conduct business effectively.