Liverpool open to Luis Diaz sale after Florian Wirtz arrival with Barcelona circling | OneFootball

Luis Diaz could be on his way out of Anfield this summer as he believes the impending arrival of Florian Wirtz will end his Liverpool career.

It appears the feeling is mutual between player and club, with Sport reporting that Liverpool would be open to a sale once their record-breaking signing arrives.

Diaz has been an outstanding signing for Liverpool since joining from Porto in 2022.

Liverpool paid £37 million to lure him to Anfield, and he has more than repaid their faith over the past few years.

However, he could now switch allegiances this summer, with Barcelona plotting a move. Diaz blew hot and cold last season, but he played an important role in Liverpool’s Premier League triumph.

The 28-year-old bagged 13 goals and seven assists in the Premier League. When the parameters are stretched to all competitions, Diaz finished the campaign with 17 goals in 50 games.

But with just two years left on his current contract and no prospect of a renewal on the horizon, Liverpool may be forced to sell this summer, and Barca are waiting to pounce.

They have a longstanding interest in Diaz, who has also been vocal about his desire to play for the La Liga champions. He could get his wish this summer.

At the heart of the uncertainty is Liverpool’s aggressive pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz.

The German international is widely regarded as one of Europe’s brightest attacking midfielders and is a top priority for the Reds. But Leverkusen are playing hardball.

Despite the back-and-forth between the two clubs, Wirtz is expected to wear a Liverpool shirt from next season.

Wirtz’s arrival threatens Diaz’s position at the club. Barca are hoping to strike a £51m deal, but the Reds will not sell for anything less than £68m.

Diaz feels underappreciated at Liverpool and believes this may be his final opportunity to make his dream move to the La Liga giants.