Liverpool have already secured their first signing of the summer transfer window, with more additions anticipated. Jeremy Jacquet is set to arrive from Rennes following a £60 million deal, though he will not play under the manager who orchestrated his arrival.
Managerial Change and Transfer Plans
Arne Slot was dismissed at the end of May, with Andoni Iraola taking over as head coach. The new boss will undoubtedly have his own ambitions in the transfer market, but the recruitment team continues to monitor targets such as Yan Diomande.
Yan Diomande Impresses on World Stage
Ivorian winger Yan Diomande impressed during his country's winning start to their World Cup campaign against Ecuador. The RB Leipzig star could be one of several new faces at Anfield, while high-profile exits may follow after the departures of Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson were confirmed last season.
Iraola's Potential Impact on Existing Squad
Iraola could revitalise the careers of players who struggled or were sidelined under Slot. One such player is Stefan Bajcetic, who did not play a single minute in the 2025/26 season due to ongoing injury issues.
Ivorian Boss Comments on Diomande Links
Cote d'Ivoire manager Emerse Fae joked about the Liverpool speculation surrounding Yan Diomande but acknowledged the links. The winger has also been linked with Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich, though RB Leipzig are holding out for more than £80 million for the 19-year-old.
"When we were in France, during the preparation, journalists told me he was about to sign with PSG," Fae said. "Here, they tell me he's about to sign with Liverpool! I don't know, but for now, he will focus on the World Cup, and then afterwards, he can think about the rest of his career."
Bajcetic Poised for Fresh Start
Stefan Bajcetic has returned to training and will undergo a personalised programme to regain match sharpness. The Spain Under-21 international last played in May 2025 during a loan spell at Las Palmas and is entering the final year of his Liverpool contract.
Former Reds boss Arne Slot had previously noted the need for playing time for the young midfielder, but with Iraola now at the helm, Bajcetic could have a chance to reintegrate into the first team.
