Colombian international Luis Diaz, who has been involved in numerous goals as a left winger and centre forward for Liverpool with his unique rhythm of dribbling and high coordination skills, has been in stalled talks with his club to renew his contract, and his departure has attracted attention.
He has been a mainstay of the team this season and had a remarkable first half of the season. After a dip in form in the second half of the season, he has recently returned to form and is in fierce competition with Dutch international Cody Gakpo for a regular place in the side.
The 28-year-old winger is expected to continue at Anfield next season and beyond, and while he has been linked with a move to Barcelona, Saudi Arabia are also keen, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. He added that it would also be a busy summer for Liverpool.
“Saudi clubs remain their interest, including Al Nassr, in Luis Diaz. I was already telling you about this player a few weeks ago,”
“I told you Darwin Nunez is expected to leave Liverpool in the summer – Luis Diaz is a possibility.”
“From Saudi, there was interest in Diaz in January. The player decided to stay at Liverpool and focus on the season… but now the Saudi clubs are still there for Diaz.”
“So, keep an eye on Diaz as we keep saying it’s going to be a busy summer for Liverpool with many things to decide.”
“Also, the player himself has to make a decision on what he wants to do, because Saudi is going to come again – they are interested and they want Luis Diaz.”
Barcelona, whom they have supported since childhood, is an attractive new destination, but they are struggling financially and must sell their key players in order to register players.
A sum of money is also needed to bring in a Colombian attacker from Anfield.
On the other hand, the Saudis are unlikely to be troubled by transfer fees. Salaries should also be better for South American players, and it would be an interesting option to give up the European stage and play for money as he nears 30 years of age.
Will Luis Diaz spread his wings to a new destination or will he continue to play for Liverpool?