Luis Diaz set to join Barcelona

 

Rumours are circulating heavily that Luis Diaz is set for a move to Barcelona. Here's a summary of the latest information:

 * Barcelona's Strong Interest: Barcelona have made Luis Diaz a top priority to strengthen their left-wing attack, especially after missing out on Nico Williams. Sporting director Deco is a big admirer of the player.

 * Diaz's Desire: Reports suggest that Luis Diaz is open to joining Barcelona and has communicated his desire to leave Liverpool to the club's hierarchy. His agent is reportedly prioritizing a move to Catalonia.

 * Liverpool's Stance: Initially, Liverpool had rejected approaches from Barcelona (and Bayern Munich), insisting that Diaz is not for sale. However, some reports indicate that Liverpool might be prepared to let him leave if they receive a significant offer, with a figure around €82 million (£71 million) being mentioned.

 * Financial Fair Play (FFP) and Competition: Barcelona's ability to complete the deal is contingent on adhering to La Liga's Financial Fair Play rules. They also face strong competition from Bayern Munich, who have reportedly agreed personal terms with Diaz after Jamal Musiala's injury.

 * Negotiations and Delays: While Barcelona are keen to act quickly, they have reportedly postponed direct transfer discussions with Liverpool recently, acknowledging that it's an inappropriate time to negotiate given the unfortunate passing of Diogo Jota.

In essence, Luis Diaz seems to have given the "green light" for a Barcelona move, but the transfer is complicated by Liverpool's valuation, Barcelona's financial situation, and competition from Bayern Munich.

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