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17/08/24 12:30:00
Luis Díaz, the talented Colombian winger from Liverpool, has become one of the most attractive options to strengthen the left flank of FC Barcelona. After the outstanding performance of Nico Williams in the Euros, the Navarrese player emerged as the main choice for the Catalan club. However, Williams’ indecision about his future has forced Barça to consider other options, with Díaz’s name now emerging strongly.
Discussions have taken place within the upper echelons of Barcelona regarding the possibility of bringing the Colombian on board, as he was already on the club’s radar before the continental tournament in Germany. According to MundoDeportivo, although there hasn’t been a formal meeting between Joan Laporta and Luis Díaz‘s circle, the Blaugrana are aware of the player’s desire to wear the Barça shirt. This wish was revealed by Díaz’s father in 2023, stating that his son is a Barcelona fan and dreams of playing at the Camp Nou.
His signing is impossible for the Catalan team
Despite this mutual interest, the financial reality of Barcelona greatly complicates the possibility of securing the transfer. With a contract at Liverpool until 2027, Díaz is a high-value player in the market, and the English club wouldn’t be willing to let him go for less than Nico Williams‘s release clause, which is around 58 million euros. In fact, it is believed that Liverpool could demand a substantially higher sum, further distancing Díaz from the Blaugrana’s orbit.
Moreover, the competition from other clubs with greater financial capacity, such as Manchester City, would further complicate the operation. In summary, although Luis Díaz dreams of playing at Barcelona, the current economic circumstances of the club and the high demands of Liverpool make his signing, at least for now, an unattainable goal.
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