Liverpool still have four fixtures left this season, but behind the scenes at Anfield, attention has already shifted to preparations for the summer and beyond.
Over the next few months, the club looks set to take decisive steps following their Premier League title triumph, signaling a proactive approach in the transfer market and internal planning.
Richard Hughes will be busy not only with potential signings and departures but also with resolving several contract matters.
Liverpool planning contract talks with Luis Diaz
Sky Sports News reported on Friday evening that Luis Diaz is expected to enter discussions over a new deal at the end of the season.
Their reporter shared: “Breaking news from Liverpool—the player who sparked the comeback against Spurs last Sunday, Luis Diaz, is in line for contract negotiations once the season wraps up.
“Contract discussions have been a major theme at Liverpool this season, with Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk, and Mo Salah all approaching the final year of their deals.
“Both the captain and Salah have since signed extensions, and now the focus turns to Diaz, who joined from Porto in January 2022 and has had an excellent season.”
Diaz extension makes sense amid strong form and interest from abroad
Reports differ on Diaz’s current wages—Salary Sport lists £90,000 per week, while Capology and Spotrac suggest £55,000—but either way, it seems modest for a 28-year-old forward of his caliber. With two years left on his contract and 16 goals already this season, Liverpool’s intent to secure his long-term future is no surprise.
Barcelona have shown interest in Diaz, but according to James Pearce in The Athletic, Anfield executives are eager to keep him following his standout campaign.
Despite a slow start to 2025, Diaz has hit form recently, netting three times in four matches and contributing to goals in six of his last seven Premier League games (per Transfermarkt).
While the club must also address more pressing contract matters, like Ibrahima Konate’s deal that expires in 2026, acting quickly to secure Diaz’s future would show that Liverpool are learning from this season’s contract uncertainties.