Arne Slot looks frustrated after his team’s defeat. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)
Liverpool attacker Luis Diaz has been linked to a relocation to Barcelona in recent months and now it looks like action may be taken.
Barcelona sports director Deco confirmed the negotiations for the Liverpool Colombia star. It also revealed that the player wants to join the Catalonian club.
Barcelona caught their attention
It was previously reported that the Catalan giant hopes to sign Diaz’s offer is about 80 million euros. However, priority has changed since then. Deco and the technical team put Nico Williams, a young attacker from Athletic Bilbao, at the top of their wish list, and they paused talks for Díaz.
Diaz’s desire to join Barcelona is nothing new. The player’s father had previously said his son dreamed of playing for Barcelona. However, this dream seems to be on hold for the time being.
Bayern Munich is passionate about Luis Diaz
At the same time, sources close to the player’s situation have been informed Attracted by the side Bayern Munich is closely monitoring the situation in the Colombians. The German giants hope to strengthen their offensive units in the summer transfer window. Diaz is on the Bayern shortlist along with Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli and Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo. Coach Vincent Kompany is prioritizing creative and explosive strikers who can help teams compete in the UEFA Champions League.
Sources said Bayern Munich had been informed of the situation of the Colombian winger but found that the price was too high for Liverpool. Diaz has not yet made a definite decision on his future. Saudi Arabian clubs also held talks with Diaz, although they have not yet made an offer that meets financial expectations.
It would be fun to see if Liverpool is willing to let the players move on. He has always been a key player for them, scoring 17 goals last season. He also received eight assists along the way. He has been one of their most important attackers since joining the club, and losing him will weaken the team.
Similarly, Gakpo is also a key member of the first team (scoring 18 goals last season), and it seems unlikely that Arne Slot will approve his departure. Liverpool is more likely to win Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota.
