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Liverpool is not interested in letting Luis Diaz leave this summer amid interest from both the Saudi Pro League and Barcelona, with Anfield chiefs left puzzled by the rumors given Diaz's pivotal role in the club's Premier League triumph.
Diaz was instrumental for the Reds during the 24/25 season, netting 17 goals across all competitions and delivering a standout performance with 13 league goals, significantly contributing to Liverpool clinching its 20th title.
Liverpool has no plans to offload Luis Diaz this summer.
Currently, Liverpool isn't planning renewal talks for a player who became a Red in a deal that could rise up to $68 million from Porto in January 2022, yet the club is unfazed by the situation.
Meanwhile, with Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes recently rejecting a massive bid from Al-Hilal, it's clear Liverpool would command a hefty premium for its winger if ever an offer was entertained.
Despite some social media speculation sparked by his partner Gera Ponce's post hinting at a departure, Diaz remains content living in Liverpool, expressing sheer joy over his life in the city after the Premier League trophy parade on May 26.
Diaz, who turned 28 in January, shared his sentiments through the club's official outlets: "I feel I'm going through a really good period.
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"I'm really happy to be here, to be part of this great institution, this great club and to have great teammates around me.
"From the moment I arrived, I felt great pride
Luis Diaz is thought to still be in Arne Slot's plans at Liverpool
We are proud because Barcelona is still such a big club, and the way we are playing football makes players want to come."
Meanwhile, the saga surrounding Diaz's potential move to Barcelona continues into another summer, with questions lingering over whether the Catalan giants can muster the funds required to tempt Liverpool into negotiations.
When quizzed last month about Barcelona's reported interest in Diaz, Slot responded with a chuckle, questioning: "Did Deco say this about Diaz in the microphone or is that from hearsay?
"Yes, every club has his own way of doing things
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