A Liverpool star has sparked anger in one of the European giants after making a shock £51m U-turn in a dramatic twist that’s turned the transfer window on its head. The sudden decision has left the top club scrambling as their plans fall apart.
The Merseyside giants are set to sign Florian Wirtz for a British record transfer fee, and are closing in on deals to sign Milos Kerkez and Marc Guehi to solidify their defence.
However, Liverpool have also been clear about holding on to their best players this summer, and Arne Slot is determined to keep the flock together ahead of next season.
A top European club tried to unsettle at least one top Liverpool star, but his U-turn has angered the European giants in the ongoing transfer window.
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Liverpool star Luis Diaz infuriates European giants with U-turn
Liverpool rejected Barcelona’s approach for Luis Diaz earlier this month, but the Catalan giants were under the impression that the winger would push for the move.
His public statements about his agents talking to other clubs suggested that Barcelona’s plan was set in motion, but nothing else happened.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona were left frustrated and angered by Diaz not doing enough to try and force his way out of Liverpool this summer.
The Catalan giants withdrew their interest in the winger in the last few days and are closing in on signing Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao.
Barcelona felt that Williams did more to push for a move to the Nou Camp than Diaz, despite the former not being the first-choice target for the club.
Sporting director Deco wanted to sign the Liverpool winger, but the Colombian’s efforts to leave Anfield were not as determined, and Barcelona shifted their attention towards Williams.
