Liverpool have rebuffed a shock approach from Barcelona for Luis Diaz. With contract talks stalled, the winger’s future remains a hot topic.
According to David Ornstein, the Catalan club made contact yesterday to explore a potential deal, but the Reds moved quickly to shut down any discussions.
Although Barcelona showed genuine interest, Liverpool have made it clear — Diaz is not going anywhere, as of now.
The Colombian international is currently valued at around €70 million in the transfer market.
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Contract standstill puts Liverpool’s future plans for Diaz in question
Despite being in the prime of his career at 28, Luis Diaz’s contract negotiations with Liverpool have come to a halt.
With two years remaining on his current contract, sources say a new extension seems unlikely in the near future, raising questions about the club’s long-term plans for the winger.
This deadlock puts the Merseyside club in a delicate spot. Although Diaz still has time left on his contract, the risk grows that he could leave for free once the deal expires if no agreement is reached.
Still, the Reds appear prepared to keep him for now.
Since joining the Merseyside club from FC Porto in 2022 for €54.00m, Diaz has been a vital part of the frontline.
He made 148 appearances for the Reds, scoring 41 goals and providing 23 assists, consistently showcasing his pace, energy, flair, and work rate that made him a fan favourite.
With the summer transfer window heating up and interest from top European clubs building, Liverpool’s stance on Diaz is likely to remain under the spotlight in the coming weeks.
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