In a surprising turn of events, Liverpool has reportedly proposed a direct swap to Barcelona—offering Colombian winger Luis Díaz in exchange for Frenkie de Jong.
Following Barcelona’s triumphant domestic treble—claiming La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup—the club’s management is eager to build on this success and strengthen the squad with an eye on competing more fiercely in Europe.
While much of the attention has been on bolstering the attack, a new report from Spanish outlet *El Nacional* reveals that Barça is seriously considering Díaz as a prime target. The club’s new coach views the Liverpool winger as a perfect fit, thanks to his speed, skill, and big-game presence.
However, Díaz’s estimated market value of €65 million poses a major hurdle for financially-strapped Barcelona. To overcome this, Liverpool has proposed an ambitious solution: swapping Díaz for De Jong, whose contract with Barcelona runs until 2026. The Dutch midfielder has yet to commit to a renewal, further fueling speculation.
Liverpool’s new manager sees De Jong as a key piece for his midfield rebuild, admiring his composure, passing, and transitional play—qualities the club has lacked since losing Wijnaldum and Fabinho.
From Barcelona’s perspective, president Joan Laporta is reportedly open to the exchange, viewing it as a chance to strengthen the attack while cashing in on De Jong before his contract nears its end.
Still, the proposal has divided the fanbase. Many Barça supporters are against letting go of one of their top midfielders in exchange for a player they feel has yet to prove his consistency at the highest level. The memory of past transfer disappointments only deepens their skepticism.
With negotiations ongoing, a final decision could come swiftly as both clubs weigh the sporting and financial stakes—sparking intense debate, particularly among the Barcelona faithful.
