MU and Liverpool 'at risk' due to unusual clause

The future of one of the world's rising forwards is becoming one of the most legally complex stories in the summer 2026 transfer market.

As many top European clubs start to keep an eye on the star currently playing for RB Leipzig, a “secret agreement” unexpectedly revealed could bring all recruitment plans to a standstill.

According to international sources, Yan Diomandé previously signed a separate contract with his former agency Maxidel. Notably, this agreement remains valid until the player completes his contract with Leipzig. This means any club wishing to transfer Yan Diomandé must negotiate through Maxidel, despite Roc Nation Sports now being his official representative. Currently, MU and Liverpool are the two clubs closely monitoring Diomandé's situation.

Roc Nation Sports is a well-known name in football, representing top stars like Vinicius Jr. However, in Diomandé’s case, Roc Nation’s role may be severely limited due to prior legal bindings. This is the key factor complicating the transfer.

Moreover, Yan Diomandé’s image rights are reportedly assigned to Maxidel until 2031. This clause includes a fee exceeding 7 million Euros and significant financial penalties if breached. In modern football, image rights are as crucial as transfer fees because they directly affect sponsorship and commercial deals.

The issue is that any new club aiming to sign Diomandé must negotiate not only with RB Leipzig over the transfer fee but also manage legal terms related to Maxidel. Any mistake could lead to prolonged disputes or even cause the deal to be “frozen.”

Experts describe this as a complex “legal grey area.” If the parties fail to reach an agreement, the Yan Diomandé transfer process could be completely stalled, despite both the player and buying club wanting to finalize the deal.

The transfer market often involves hidden clauses unknown to many, but Yan Diomandé’s case highlights the true weight of agency contracts and image rights. When legal issues intertwine with commercial interests, any blockbuster deal can turn into a “maze.”

In the coming period, decisions by Maxidel, Roc Nation Sports, and RB Leipzig will be crucial. The question remains whether they can find a compromise or if Yan Diomandé’s future will continue to hang uncertainly amid a turbulent summer.