Luis Díaz’s future at Liverpool is becoming one of the key transfer stories of the summer.

The Colombian winger has been a regular feature in the Reds’ attack, but growing speculation suggests that his time at Anfield may be nearing an end.

With two years left on his current contract, Díaz is reportedly open to a move away from Merseyside, attracting strong interest from European giants Bayern Munich and Barcelona.

But even when Liverpool say “not for sale,” clubs rarely give up after one attempt.

Liverpool facing fresh Luis Diaz transfer offer from Bayern Munich	Luis Diaz makes Liverpool 'request' before possible Bayern Munich transfer offer	Bayern Munich make final decision on Luis Diaz transfer after Liverpool rejected £58.5m bid

And when they don’t get their first choice, they start looking elsewhere.

That’s where it gets tricky.

Because if that alternative is someone Liverpool also admire, the window suddenly becomes more complicated.

One club’s Plan B can quickly become another club’s Plan A.

And that changes the pace of everything.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Bayern Munich have now reportedly established contact with Olympique Lyonnais over a potential move for Malick Fofana (20).

The report said, “Bayern are set to bid again for Luis Diaz in order to find an agreement with Liverpool, he’s top target.”

“Exclusive update: Malick Fofana has been added to the shortlist if Liverpool won’t sell Diaz.

“Bayern already made contact to ask for Fofana deal conditions.”

The young Belgian winger is viewed as “an alternative” to their main target—Luis Díaz.

Bayern have already submitted a €67.5?million (?£58.5?m) bid for Díaz.

Liverpool rejected the offer without hesitation.

The club made it clear the Colombian winger “is not for sale this summer.”

The message was firm, and Bayern have not progressed in talks.

But they’re not waiting around.

If Liverpool continue to block a move for Díaz, Bayern are rportedly expected to shift their interest to Fofana.

The Bundesliga giants are ready to move quickly if they can’t get their first choice.

That’s where it affects Liverpool again.

Fabrice Hawkins reports that Liverpool are also interested in signing Malick Fofana this summer.

Bayern’s interest “could force the Merseyside outfit to act upon their interest” to avoid losing out on a key target.

In short, Bayern want Díaz.

Liverpool won’t sell.

But now both clubs are looking at the same backup option.

With Bayern making early moves, Liverpool might have to decide quickly whether they’re ready to act—or risk missing out altogether.

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