In recent days, Liverpool have been rushing to complete the new framework, through contracts in the transfer market. Currently, there are 4 new players arriving at Anfield, most notably Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for nearly 150 million Euros (the most expensive in Premier League history).
Arne Slot's squad renewal process has not stopped and the attack is receiving a lot of attention. In the context of Darwin Nunez not meeting expectations and Diogo Jota suddenly passing away, The Kop's center forward position is not showing solidity in ability.
Last season, Luis Diaz played as a center forward in a number of matches and showed certain efficiency. If he had not found a star to fill this position, Arne Slot could have bet on Luis Diaz. The Colombian star has been contacted by many parties but still wants to stay at Liverpool to continue developing his career.
The 28-year-old striker's current contract with the Anfield team is valid until 2027. There have been rumors about Bayern Munich and Barcelona in the case of Luis Diaz, but Liverpool are determined to refuse. Arne Slot has identified his student as an important factor in his new reign at Liverpool, who have had a very good start when winning the Premier League in the 2024-2025 season.
In an interview in May, Luis Diaz shared about his future when there were many rumors that he would leave Liverpool to seek a new challenge. However, the striker has denied everything and expressed his desire to stay and continue to contribute to The Kop.
"The discussion about my future at the club will take place soon. For me, the point of view is to stay here as long as possible.
Of course it depends on the club, both sides will have to reconsider everything, from the smallest details. Everything will need to be arranged separately. However, I am very calm, happy and enjoying the environment in the Premier League" - Diaz shared.
Luis Diaz joined Liverpool from FC Porto in January 2022 with an initial fee of £37.5 million, with the deal likely to increase to £50 million with add-ons.
The 28-year-old striker has made 148 appearances until the end of the 2024-2025 season. He has scored 41 goals and had 23 assists in all competitions. Diaz played a key role in Liverpool's Premier League title campaign last season, scoring 13 goals in 36 appearances.
The reason for the rumors with Barcelona and Bayern Munich is that both teams are in great need of wingers like Diaz. Bayern have just parted ways with Leroy Sane while Barca is very hungry for a model like Diaz, after the Nico Williams deal failed.
However, with this situation, Diaz will stay at Liverpool and his future will be decided in the summer of next year after only 1 year of contract left.
