Luis Diaz’s ‘dream’ Barcelona transfer was “impossible” after Liverpool talks

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Luis Diaz had designs on a move to Barcelona but Liverpool held firm after contact from the Spanish club, with sporting director Deco describing a deal as “impossible.” As far back as 2023, Diaz’s father made clear his ambition to join Barcelona. “It is true that Luis is a loyal Barcelona fan and it would be his dream to go there,” Diaz Sr. told Win Sports, while also pledging his commitment to Liverpool.

But Liverpool rebuffed all advances from Barcelona and Diaz eventually joined Bayern Munich in a deal worth £65.6 million at the end of July. “Luis Diaz fit in, [eventual loan signing Marcus] Rashford fit in, and then it’s a matter of negotiation.

“Luis’s move ended up being impossible.” Liverpool were right to hold firm on Diaz Liverpool’s stance over a move for Diaz paid off as they extracted remarkable value from the sale of a player who will turn 29 in January and had two years remaining on his contract. Rashford has two goals and four assists in eight games so far for Barcelona, who can make his switch permanent for a fee of €35 million next summer.