Liverpool have set Diogo Jota’s transfer fee as FSG reveals their preferred transfer strategy.

Diogo Jota is one of several Liverpool players whose futures have been the subject of transfer speculation in recent weeks.

In March, TEAMtalk reported that the Premier League leaders were open to offers for the 28-year-old, with Wolves showing interest in potentially bringing him back to Molineux, four years after his departure to Anfield in 2020.

However, Wolves aren’t the only club eyeing Jota, as FSG has now clarified its stance on the Portuguese forward.

Liverpool Set Jota’s Price Tag

Sources close to Empire of the Kop indicate that Liverpool have placed a €50m-€55m (£42.9m-£47.2m) valuation on Jota. Wolves, Aston Villa, and Newcastle are all considering a move for him this summer, with negotiations expected to accelerate.

There has also been speculation about a potential swap deal involving Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, with Eddie Howe reportedly a fan of Jota. However, Newcastle are hesitant to part with their Swedish striker.

Both Wolves and Newcastle are believed to be exploring the option of a loan move for Jota, but Liverpool would prefer a permanent sale rather than a temporary departure.

Can Liverpool Afford to Lose Jota?

If Liverpool were to sell Jota for around £47m, it would represent a modest profit on the initial £41m (potentially rising to £45m) they paid Wolves in 2020.

Reliable sources such as James Pearce and Fabrizio Romano suggest that Darwin Núñez is also likely to leave at the end of the season. This raises the question: can Liverpool afford to lose two senior centre-forwards in the same transfer window?

The only scenario in which selling both would make sense is if Liverpool secures a top-class replacement, such as Isak, before the 2025/26 season begins. While Cody Gakpo and Luis Díaz are capable of playing centrally, heading into the next campaign without a natural No. 9 would be a major risk.

Some might argue that offloading a 28-year-old with a concerning injury history for a profit would be smart business, especially if it facilitates the arrival of an elite forward.

However, FSG and sporting director Richard Hughes must carefully weigh this decision. Despite an injury-hit season, Jota remains a crucial player, as shown by his match-winning goal in the recent Merseyside derby.