Barcelona wanted to sign 'world-class' Liverpool star but failed for 'woeful' reason

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Xavi Hernandez has admitted he tried to sign Luis Diaz from Liverpool during his time as Barcelona manager but the La Liga giants couldn't get the transfer over the lineFormer Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez has admitted he tried and failed to bring Luis Diaz to the Catalan giants during his reign at the club. Xavi has now disclosed that Diaz was a 'priority' target during his time in charge at Camp Nou, but acknowledged a transfer was 'impossible' due to Barcelona's dire financial predicament.READ MORE: Ex-Liverpool star exposes notorious Everton loanee for 'building nightclub' in his houseREAD MORE: Jurgen Klopp had signed Man Utd contract put in front of him - his reaction spoke volumes"It (our interest in Diaz) was real, but the economic situation was woeful," he told Gol Caracol.

He guided the Catalans to La Liga glory in the 2022/23 season, but departed the following summer after a trophyless campaign.Barcelona were frequently linked with Diaz during his Anfield tenure, and it's well-known that the forward is a lifelong fan of the club. While Xavi may regret missing out on the Colombian during his managerial reign at Camp Nou, Barcelona's sporting director Deco recently shed light on why the club also failed to secure the forward last summer."Looking at last season's squad, we were missing something there (in attack)," he told Mundo Deportivo.

With Diaz, Liverpool were pretty tough from the first minute, refusing to sell him."It's even more complicated that way, just like if they come to us and we don't want to put a player on the market. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.Sky Sports discounted Premier League and EFL packageThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.