Colombia's forward Luis Diaz looks on during a press conference in Barranquilla, Colombia on June 5, 2025, on the eve of their South American FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match against Peru. (Photo by Luis ACOSTA / AFP) (Photo by LUIS ACOSTA/AFP via Getty Images)
Barcelona have made an approach to sign Luis Diaz from Liverpool (AFP via Getty)
Luis Diaz insists he is ‘very happy’ at Liverpool after the Premier League champions rejected an approach from Barcelona.
The 28-year-old, who was signed for an initial £37.5 million fee from Porto in January 2022, has just played a key role in Liverpool’s Premier League title win with 13 goals and five assists this season.
Barcelona, meanwhile, are looking to strengthen their attacking options and opened talks with Liverpool this week over a potential deal for the Colombia international.
Barca’s sporting director, Deco, has also held talks with Marcus Rashford’s brother and agent last week with Manchester United open to selling the 27-year-old.
Liverpool, however, have ruled out the prospect of selling Diaz, who has two years remaining on his contract.
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Speaking at a press conference with Colombia’s national side on Thursday, Diaz was asked about Barcelona’s push to sign him this summer.
‘I’m very happy there at Liverpool, I’ve always said so,’ Diaz replied. ‘They’ve welcomed me very well.
Liverpool's Luis Diaz poses with the winner's trophy after the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Crystal Palace at the Anfield stadium in Liverpool, England, Sunday, May 25, 2025. (AP Photo/Jon Super)
Luis Diaz says he is ‘very happy’ at Liverpool (AP)
‘We’re in contact with them [Liverpool] right now because we’re obviously talking to clubs. It’s normal.
‘The transfer market is opening, and we’re trying to arrange what’s best for us.’
When asked about renewing his contract with Liverpool, Diaz replied: ‘As I told you, I’m waiting for it to happen.
‘If Liverpool gives us a good renewal or I get the two years I need with them, I’ll be happy and content.
‘It all depends on them, I’m just here to decide and look at what’s best for us.’
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