Liverpool Rejects Barcelona’s Approach for Luis Diaz, Insist Star Forward Is Not for Sale

Liverpool have firmly rejected an approach from Barcelona for Colombian international Luis Diaz, reiterating that the 28-year-old forward is not for sale despite mounting interest from the La Liga giants and other clubs. Diaz, who joined Liverpool from Porto in January 2022 and is under contract until 2027, played a crucial role in the club’s recent Premier League title triumph, contributing 13 goals and seven assists last season.

Barcelona made an official inquiry to discuss Diaz’s potential transfer, but Liverpool’s response was unequivocal: the club has no intention of negotiating for their star winger, whom new head coach Arne Slot views as central to his plans for the 2025-26 campaign. Club sources confirmed to BBC Sport and The Athletic that the Catalan side, including their sporting director Deco, were promptly informed of Liverpool’s position, with the Reds unwilling to entertain any offers at this stage.

Spanish media continue to speculate about Diaz’s future, with reports suggesting the player has “leaked” that Liverpool would consider selling him for a fee around €80 million (£67.7 million), though sources close to the club insist there will be “no discounts” and that any transfer would require a significant offer. Barcelona have reportedly made Diaz their top priority for the left wing after ending their pursuit of other targets, but financial constraints remain a major obstacle for the Spanish champions.

Despite the speculation, Diaz has publicly stated he is happy at Liverpool, expressing gratitude for the club’s support and leaving the door open to a contract renewal. However, he acknowledged that his representatives are in talks with other clubs, calling such discussions “normal” during the transfer window. Liverpool, for their part, have not indicated plans to offer Diaz a new contract, preferring instead to let him see out his current deal unless a substantial offer is received.

Interest in Diaz is not limited to Barcelona; Saudi club Al-Nassr and Manchester City have also been linked with the winger in previous windows. Nevertheless, Liverpool’s leadership, including sporting director Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards, remain focused on retaining Diaz as a key figure in the squad, at least for the immediate future.

As the transfer window remains open for another three months, speculation is expected to continue, but Liverpool’s stance is clear: Luis Diaz is not for sale, and any club wishing to acquire him will face significant financial and strategic hurdles.