Every major club has a summer shortlist of transfer targets, and FC Barcelona is no exception. However, progress at Camp Nou has been slow, mainly due to serious financial constraints.
Still, one name remains heavily linked to the Catalan club: Luis Díaz. The Liverpool forward is reportedly a priority target for Barcelona, and reliable sources claim the club is preparing a fresh approach for the Colombian.
Liverpool Not Eager to Sell
So far, Liverpool have resisted all offers for Díaz. Even German champions Bayern Munich had a formal bid turned down earlier in the window. The Reds have made it clear: Díaz has a very high price tag, and they will not sell unless absolutely necessary.
According to Transfermarkt, Díaz is valued at €70 million, though Liverpool may demand even more.
Liverpool’s Transfer Activity Could Help Barcelona
Recent developments, however, may shift the situation in Barça’s favor. According to MARCA, Liverpool are now targeting two new attacking players: Alexander Isak of Newcastle United and Hugo Ekitike of Eintracht Frankfurt.
Both are expected to command high transfer fees. Isak, for example, reportedly comes with a starting price of €120 million. Liverpool have already spent heavily this summer, bringing in players such as Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, and Milos Kerkez. Their combined fees are believed to exceed €200 million.
As a result, Liverpool may need to sell in order to balance the books, which could reopen the door for Barcelona to pursue Díaz.
Diaz Wants to Leave – Personal Terms No Problem
Reports suggest that Luis Díaz is open to leaving Anfield this summer. That’s good news for Barça, who reportedly have no issues with personal terms. The only remaining hurdle is the transfer fee.
If Liverpool follow through on their moves for Isak and Ekitike, an overcrowded forward line could make Díaz surplus to requirements.
Both Barcelona and Bayern Munich are said to be closely watching the situation. If the Premier League side pushes forward with their plans, the Colombian’s exit may finally become a real possibility.
