Man Utd joined by Arsenal, Newcastle in battle for 16-goal Bundesliga winger – with asking price and replacement named

Moussa Diaby is of interest to three Premier League clubs thanks to his exploits for Bayer Leverkusen this season, according to one reporter in Germany.

Sport1 journalist Patrick Berger is reporting that Manchester United, Arsenal and Newcastle United are in contention to sign Moussa Diaby. He has scored 16 goals in all competitions this season, also providing nine assists.

He earned his senior debut for France back in September and so far has four caps. The former Paris Saint-Germain talent, who turns 23 in the summer, looks to be fulfilling his potential.

Now in his third season in Germany, Diaby has already reached double figures of goals. After scoring 10 times last season, he has surpassed his most prolific campaign.

Premier League clubs are taking note. Newcastle were recently linked and Berger confirms they are still in the hunt. Arsenal and Man Utd have both been credited with past, but less recent, interest too.

As things stand, it seems all three are on alert when it comes to Diaby’s future. The left footer is under contract with Leverkusen until 2025. However, they risk losing him before then.

Berger confirms there is no release clause in Diaby’s contract. It means Leverkusen are free to negotiate their own asking price. According to the update, that currently stands at €60m (which equates to approximately £50.6m).

Manchester United, FC Arsenal and Newcastle are interested in Moussa Diaby. The French winger from Bayer Leverkusen (16 goals/9 assists this seasons) has no release clause. Price tag: €60m. As a potential successor Bayer monitoring Carles Pérez from AS Roma. @SPORT1

— Patrick Berger (@berger_pj) March 17, 2022

But it seems the Bundesliga outfit are preparing for Diaby’s departure. As Berger relays,