Liverpool manager Arne Slot may have to brace for the departure of a key player, as one of his top stars is reportedly determined to secure a transfer this summer.
Following a tough week in which Liverpool were eliminated from the Champions League quarter-finals and lost the Carabao Cup final, attention has now shifted to their Premier League title pursuit. However, with the Reds seemingly on course to dethrone Manchester City, some fans are already looking ahead to the summer transfer window, set to open on June 12.
Despite the anticipation, Slot may already be facing a major challenge, as one of his most important players appears eager to leave. With Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold all approaching the final year of their contracts, Liverpool supporters are growing concerned about potential high-profile departures.
Another player under scrutiny is Darwin Núñez, following an inconsistent season. However, a new report from Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo suggests that Luis Díaz could be the one most likely to exit, as Barcelona has placed him at the top of their summer transfer wishlist.
The Colombian winger has been linked with the La Liga giants for some time, but the speculation is now intensifying as the transfer window approaches. The report states that the 28-year-old, whose Liverpool contract runs until 2027, is eager to join Barcelona and is willing to wait “as long as it takes” to make his dream move a reality.
Further claims suggest that if Barcelona makes an offer in the coming months, Díaz “would not hesitate to force” a transfer from Anfield. While his performances this season have been inconsistent, the report emphasizes that his departure would be a significant blow for Slot, especially given expectations that Salah could also leave at the end of the season.
With 13 goals and five assists in 42 appearances this campaign, Díaz would command a hefty transfer fee if Barcelona proceeds with their pursuit.
