Liverpool Rejects Barcelona’s Transfer Inquiry for Luis Diaz
Liverpool Football Club has firmly turned down Barcelona’s request to discuss the potential transfer of winger Luis Diaz. The Colombian international, who is 28 years old, has been with Liverpool since his transfer from Porto in January 2022, and he is contracted to stay with the club until the summer of 2027.
Barcelona’s Interest and Liverpool’s Response
On Wednesday, Barcelona made contact with Liverpool to inquire about acquiring Diaz, but the response from the Premier League side was straightforward – Diaz is not on the market. This decisive stance comes as Liverpool’s head coach Arne Slot has plans to incorporate Diaz into the team’s future for the 2025-26 season.
Diaz’s Value and Market Interest
Diaz has previously attracted interest from notable clubs including Manchester City as well as teams from Saudi Arabia. Interestingly, Liverpool was able to reassess Diaz’s market value following Al Hilal’s pursuit of Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes, which provided context for negotiations.
Diaz’s Importance to Liverpool
The Colombian winger has been instrumental in Liverpool’s recent success, contributing to their 20th English title, and there are no signs that he desires a move away from Anfield at this time. Unless Diaz’s own thoughts change or Liverpool alters its position, the club appears ready to allow him to complete the remaining two years of his contract.
Management’s Focus on Contract Situations
Meanwhile, Liverpool’s management, spearheaded by sporting director Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards from Fenway Sports Group, has been looking into the contract situations affecting players like Diaz. Despite these efforts, progress on a new agreement has not yet surfaced. Given Diaz’s age, the club is currently focused on maximizing his contributions on the field, and they are unlikely to consider letting him go unless a substantial offer that would allow for a comparable or superior replacement is presented.
