Luis Diaz Demands £60m as Barcelona Rival Bayern Munich for Liverpool Winger
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Luis Diaz Sets Compensation Demand Amid Barcelona Interest
By Michael Pavitt | 09:53 BST, 10 July 2025 | Updated: 09:53 BST, 10 July 2025
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Luis Diaz during Liverpool training amid Barcelona transfer talks]
Liverpool winger Luis Díaz has reportedly demanded financial safeguards in potential Barcelona contract negotiations as the Spanish giants pursue the £60m-rated Colombian international. Despite interest from Bayern Munich and Saudi clubs, Barcelona sporting director Deco views Díaz as a prime target to revitalize their attack.
According to AS, Díaz’s agents have discussed draft contract terms that include compensation guarantees if Barcelona cannot register him by August 1 due to their ongoing financial constraints. This follows high-profile registration issues last season when LaLiga temporarily barred new signings Dani Olmo and Pau Victor from playing mid-campaign.
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Barcelona president Joan Laporta faces financial hurdles in the transfer market]
Unlike Barcelona target Nico Williams – who sought a free-release clause during earlier negotiations – Díaz’s team proposed continued club membership with monetary compensation rather than an exit clause. This unprecedented request reflects growing player caution toward Barcelona’s €1.3bn debt crisis.
While Deco pushes for the deal, Liverpool remain firm on their valuation. The Reds recently rejected Bayern Munich’s approach, with sporting director Max Eberl told Díaz isn’t for sale. The 28-year-old has two years remaining on his Anfield contract but hasn’t received extension offers yet.
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Diaz celebrating Liverpool’s 2025 Premier League title triumph]
Díaz contributed significantly to Liverpool’s latest Premier League victory, scoring 17 goals and providing 8 assists across 50 appearances. His adaptability in both wing positions makes him valuable to new coach Arne Slot’s system. However, the Colombian hinted at uncertainty during Copa América preparations: "I’m very happy at Liverpool, but we’re speaking with clubs. The market is open – we’ll decide what’s best."
The former Porto star (£37.5m, 2022) became just the second Colombian Premier League champion after Juan Cuadrado. His pace and dribbling prowess have made him a fan favorite, though Liverpool’s hierarchy faces pressure to either secure his long-term future or capitalize on his peak market value.
Barcelona’s ability to meet both Liverpool’s asking price and Díaz’s contractual demands remains questionable. Their previous "financial levers" strategy has drawn scrutiny from LaLiga, complicating player registrations despite recent revenue boosts from Spotify Camp Nou renovations.
With Bayern reportedly shifting focus to other targets, the saga now hinges on Barcelona’s capacity to satisfy all parties in what could become one of summer 2025’s most complex transfers.
Key Figures
- Age: 28
- Liverpool Appearances: 148
- 2024/25 Stats: 17 goals, 8 assists
- Contract Expiry: 2027
- Asking Price: £60m
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