Liverpool's transfer move for Bayern Munich World Cup star and why it didn't work out

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SportFootballLiverpool FCLiverpool were close to securing the services of the World Cup starJurgen Klopp has revealed he was keen to bring Bayern Munich star Konrad Laimer to Liverpool during his time in charge. "I wanted to bring him to Liverpool to play that role.

But then he went to Bayern."Currently, Liverpool are pursuing another RB Leipzig talent in Yan Diomande, who is also making his mark at the World Cup with the Ivory Coast.The Reds have already signalled their readiness to pay in the region of £85million for the 19-year-old, though it is widely understood that such a figure would fall short of Leipzig's valuation.FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FC FACEBOOK PAGE! All the latest news and analysis from Anfield on the Liverpool Echo's dedicated LFC Facebook pageThe German club are eager to retain Diomande for at least another season, and would ideally secure him on a contract extension, albeit one containing a release clause.Earlier this week, former Germany international Steffen Freund suggested that Diomande's development could be better served by remaining in the Bundesliga for a further 12 months."Physically, he should be able to manage it," Freund said.

The pressure on him is immense."In the Premier League, he's up against better full-backs than in the Bundesliga. It's a different kettle of fish – it's a real battle there."Buy Blood Red, our monthly Liverpool FC print publication for just £3.50 by clicking hereThousands of Liverpool fans upgraded their matchday last season.