Liverpool have set their asking price for Luis Diaz amid strong interest from European heavyweights Barcelona and Bayern Munich.
New manager Arne Slot has already strengthened his title-winning squad this summer, securing the signings of Jeremie Frimpong, Florian Wirtz, and Milos Kerkez. Frimpong and Wirtz joined from Bayer Leverkusen, with Wirtz becoming a club-record signing at £116 million, while Kerkez arrived from Bournemouth for around £40 million.
Liverpool are also eyeing a former Slot player from his time at Feyenoord.
In addition to bringing players in, the club is preparing to offload some key names. Trent Alexander-Arnold has completed a move to Real Madrid, while Harvey Elliott and Darwin Nunez have also been linked with exits.
Luis Diaz, signed from Porto for £37.5 million in January 2022, has made 148 appearances and scored 41 goals for Liverpool. He featured in 36 league matches during the club’s recent title-winning campaign and remains a crucial player under Slot.
However, the club is willing to consider selling him if the right offer comes in. According to German outlet BILD, Liverpool would agree to a deal if a bid of €82 million (£71 million) is made.
Barcelona are interested but unwilling to meet Liverpool’s valuation and may instead turn their attention to Marcus Rashford if negotiations fall through.
Meanwhile, Bayern Munich are reportedly more prepared to meet the asking price as they seek a replacement for Jamal Musiala, who fractured his fibula in a Club World Cup match against Paris Saint-Germain and is expected to be sidelined for at least four months.
With Musiala out, Bayern have prioritized strengthening their attack, making Diaz their top target after considering alternatives like Nico Williams and Bradley Barcola.
Diaz is also being monitored by Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr.
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