Liverpool winger Luis Diaz has hinted at his future plans amid talk that he would replace Kylian Mbappe at PSG, and a high source has stated the Reds are looking for a new player on the flanks.
Mbappe’s departure from PSG as a free agent this summer was the worst-kept secret in football. The French megastar is on his way to Real Madrid, and his departure from PSG was officially confirmed over the weekend.
Mbappe has operated at close to a goal-per-game over the last six seasons in Paris. He’ll leave a giant void in the frontline and on the left wing specifically.
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One player PSG have been heavily linked with signing as Mbappe’s replacement isLuis Diaz of Liverpool.
Furthermore, Diaz’s father has done little to dispel rumors that his son may depart the Reds for a European powerhouse.
Indeed, the player’s father recently revealed that he and his son have “not given up hope” of one day joining one of Spain’s biggest clubs (Real Madrid or Barcelona).
Furthermore, the trustworthy David Ornstein revealed a fortnight ago that Liverpool is looking for a new player on the wings.
Liverpool target new winger; Diaz contract delay
“I’ve already heard from multiple contacts they’re [Liverpool] looking for a wide player. I don’t know if that’s to add to what they’ve already got,” Ornstein said on the Athletic FC podcast.
“Is it because there’s been speculation around the future of Luis Diaz, who’s yet to sign a new contract, which is quite unusual for a player who’s done so well. He’s been linked with moves elsewhere; let’s wait and see on that…”
As Ornstein alluded to, Diaz remains on the original terms he agreed upon joining Liverpool from FC Porto in January, 2022.
Diaz is understood to earn a modest £55,000-a-week. The impact he’s had at Anfield certainly suggests he warrants a hefty pay rise, though as yet Liverpool have shown no desire to open discussions over an extension. His current deal expires in the summer of 2027.
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