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Barcelona have been linked with a surprise move for an attacker wanted by Liverpool.

The Reds have been very active in the transfer market, with five new players added to the title-winning squad.

Arne Slot’s side aren’t yet done, and they hope to bring in a few more signings before the market closes.

However, some of the expected new signings will be necessitated by a few outgoings.

One position that is likely to require a new player in the event of an exit is the left wing position.

Luis Diaz, the club’s current left-wing forward, is constantly being linked with a move away from Liverpool, despite being highly rated by Slot.

The Dutchman wants to keep Diaz, and Liverpool is still hoping to convince him to extend his current two-year deal.

However, reports state that the Colombian wants to leave Liverpool, with a recent report citing finances as a reason for his desired exit.

Should Diaz leave, Liverpool are likely to sign a replacement winger.

One name that has been linked in recent days is Real Madrid’s Rodrygo.

The Brazilian appears to be out of favour at the Santiago Bernabeu, and Liverpool have been named as a possible destination should he leave Madrid this summer.

A recent report in Brazil revealed that  Liverpool’s interest in Rodrygo is concrete and the Reds had initiated contact to understand the situation.

A recent report also revealed that Arsenal were no longer in the race for the

However, a newreport from Brazil now claim that Liverpool have a new competition in the race for the 24-year-old.

According to UOL, Spanish La Liga giants Barcelona have ‘made contact’ over signing Rodrygo.

The report also claims that despite the rivalry between Barcelona and Real Madrid, the 24-year-old is not viewed as a ‘hostile’ opponent like his teammate Vinicius Junior.

“UOL has learned that the Catalan club has contacted intermediaries to inform them of its interest in Rodrygo,” the report claimed.

“There are no ongoing talks yet, but Barcelona has made clear its willingness to open negotiations if Rodrygo decides to leave.

Barcelona is looking for a left winger in the market.

Coach Hansi Flick plans to use Lamine Yamal on the right, with Raphinha playing centrally as an attacking midfielder.

“Behind the scenes at Barcelona, Rodrygo’s name is a favorite.

He’s not considered a “hostile” player at the Catalan club, unlike Vini Jr., for example.”

Interestingly the report also acknowledged that Barcelona remain interested in Luis Diaz, revealing that Rodrygo’s signing will be affected by what happens with the club’s interest in the Colombian.

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