Liverpool have received what many are calling a massive green light to land 11-cap French star Moussa Diaby for a ridiculously low £35m this summer — and if the Reds pull this off, their Anfield rebuild could become absolutely terrifying for the rest of the Premier League!
The 26-year-old winger, who left Aston Villa for Al-Ittihad in a whopping £51m (€60m) deal back in July 2024, is reportedly desperate to return to European football after an underwhelming spell in Saudi Arabia. Despite flashes of brilliance — including eight goals and 29 assists in 61 appearances across all competitions — Diaby hasn’t hit the heights expected, and Al-Ittihad are now willing to let him go for around €40m (£35m, $47m). That’s a huge discount from what they paid just two years ago, making this potential deal look like an absolute steal for any top club.
And Liverpool? They’re right at the front of the queue. Reports confirm the Reds have held talks and are in close contact with Diaby’s representatives, viewing the pacey, dribbling maestro as a serious option — and potentially a long-term successor to Mohamed Salah amid the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the Egyptian king’s future at Anfield. Sporting director Richard Hughes reportedly sees Diaby as a “serious” target, with his creativity, speed, and Premier League experience (from his time at Villa) making him a perfect fit for the Reds’ high-intensity style.
Of course, Diaby isn’t the only name on Liverpool’s radar. The club reportedly have Yan Diomande — the exciting 19-year-old RB Leipzig winger — as their undisputed number one target to step into Salah’s shoes, with scouts raving about his credentials. But Diomande could prove extremely costly (potentially up to €100m), and if that deal drags on or becomes too pricey, Liverpool could pivot hard to Diaby. There’s even talk they might look to sign two wingers this summer if doubts linger over Cody Gakpo and Federico Chiesa.
The competition is fierce, though — Tottenham Hotspur have engaged intermediaries to explore a move, while Chelsea and Newcastle United are monitoring closely, with Newcastle’s financial muscle potentially sparking an intense bidding war. Beyond England, Borussia Dortmund, RB Leipzig (as a potential Diomande replacement), Atletico Madrid, and Inter Milan are all circling, drawn by Diaby’s desire for Champions League-level football and his proven track record (49 goals in 172 Bundesliga games for Bayer Leverkusen).
But here’s why this feels like such a bargain for Liverpool: At 26, Diaby is entering his prime, brings versatility across the front line, and knows the Premier League inside out. Snapping him up for £35m — half of what some might have expected — while rivals fight it out could give the Reds a massive edge in reshaping their attack.
If Liverpool move decisively this summer, combining Diaby’s arrival with their top targets, the Anfield rebuild under the new structure could turn into something truly terrifying. A dynamic, creative right-sided threat at a knockdown price? That’s the kind of smart business that wins titles.
Watch this space — the summer window is shaping up to be explosive for the Reds! 🚀