THE FUSE

Liverpool had reportedly identified the youngster as a long-term attacking prospect, but Diomande is motivated by the opportunity to continue competing in the Champions League with the German side. Asked if he will still be at Leipzig next season, the 19-year-old told Kicker: "Yes," adding: "I'm not thinking about that at the moment. I'm under contract in Leipzig and I enjoy playing here. But nobody knows what will happen after that. Everyone has ambitions, including me. My dream is to play at the highest level possible."