After Nico Williams’ surprising stay with Athletic Club, Barcelona has set its sights on a Liverpool talent.
Barcelona is regrouping after missing out on Nico Williams, who just committed to Athletic Club with a new deal taking him to 2035, with a release clause of over €96 million.
Barcelona’s transfer plan has been disrupted, and the club has reacted swiftly to explore alternative targets now that the summer transfer window is continuing to build momentum.
Barcelona has concentrated on attacking players for the wings before the miss on Williams, and they are on the verge of making a renewed approach to the transfer market for an exciting player from the Premier League this time.
The player to be pursued is Luis Díaz, Liverpool’s explosive winger and at least according to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano.
Díaz is porous and explosive, and after the failed move for Williams, the club sees him as a serious prospect. The Colombian, who has scored 7 goals and provided 5 assists in the 2024/2025 Premier League season, fits the remit of a high-energy winger that manager Hansi Flick craves.
According to Romano, Barcelona is exploring a different avenue, possibly with a loan offer that includes an option to buy due to their financial situation.
While Liverpool might not accept that offer, because they value Díaz at a higher price of over €70 million and he is under contract until 2027, and could open negotiations.
This change of strategy exemplifies the strength of Barcelona amid the difficulties of the transfer market. With Nico Williams no longer an option, the emphasis placed on providing an opportunity to Díaz demonstrates a concerted effort to acquire a player who could provide similar benefits to the player they had lost.
Now the football globe watches this situation closely, and the fans discuss whether Barcelona would approach it smartly and outsmart Liverpool for Díaz.
Additionally, it could either significantly strengthen Barcelona’s squad for the upcoming season or eliminate one of their options to do so.
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