Luis Diaz, the Liverpool star, has quickly become one of the most talked-about names ahead of the next summer transfer window.
While recent reports hinted that Diaz is leaning towards a move to Barcelona, fresh updates from Fichajes suggest that Paris Saint-Germain are also in the race for the Colombian winger.
This sets up what could turn out to be a fierce battle between two of Europe’s biggest clubs.
Barcelona are impressed with Diaz
The 27-year-old winger’s contract with Liverpool is approaching its final year, making his future uncertain. As a result, Diaz has caught the attention of top European teams, including Barcelona and PSG, who see him as a valuable addition to their squads.
His performances this season, with 9 goals and 3 assists in 22 games, further underline his quality and potential to make an immediate impact.
Barcelona’s interest in Diaz is not new, as the Catalan giants had been linked with him in the past. However, their financial struggles previously made such a deal almost impossible.
Now, with financial restructuring underway, Barcelona are in a stronger position to pursue him. The club’s manager, Hansi Flick, reportedly views Diaz as a perfect fit for his tactical plans, particularly for the left wing.
Sporting director Deco also sees the Colombian as an ideal option to strengthen the team in the near future.
PSG are there too
Meanwhile, PSG are not sitting idly by. The French club are eager to bolster their attacking options, and Diaz fits their profile.
However, Barcelona might have the upper hand, as Diaz is believed to favour a move to Camp Nou, especially after being linked with the club in the past.
The situation surrounding Diaz’s contract at Liverpool could be a decisive factor. Despite his impressive performances, Liverpool have not yet offered him a pay rise, leaving room for negotiations with other clubs.
With both Barcelona and PSG determined to secure his signature, the transfer saga involving Diaz is shaping up to be one of the most intriguing stories of the upcoming summer window.
*Player valuation in title obtained from transfermarkt.com on the date of publication.
