Liverpool are set to open contract talks with Luis Diaz following the Colombian’s explosive performances since the season began.
According to Football Insider, Liverpool have received the green light to open contract talks with Luis Diaz over a new deal. The Colombian still has three years on his current agreement. But the Reds and manager Arne Slot want to reward him for an explosive start to the new campaign.
Luis Diaz did not have the best of seasons last time out, and there were growing doubts about his long-term prospects at the club. Giving him the benefit of the doubt, the Colombian did not have a stable left side to feed off last season, and it showed in his somewhat below-par performances.
Liverpool were actively trying to sign Anthony Gordon. However, Newcastle United stood firm in their efforts to keep the English attacker. Their pursuit showed that the club were keen to replace Diaz for the long-term future, with Barcelona and PSG keen on the Colombian.
Barcelona were priced out of a deal owing to Liverpool’s demand, as the Catalans generally struggled with finances throughout the summer window. New boss, Arne Slot, appeared to have kept faith in the Colombian, who cost Liverpool £50 million, since the latest campaign began, and so far, it has paid off.
There have been reports that Diaz has no problems committing his future to the club, as stories pointed out the possibility of ongoing talks with Liverpool over a new deal. The truth is that the club were waiting for a green light from Arne Slot before commencing discussions with the Colombian, and now it appears things could move forward.
Liverpool set to open contract talks with Diaz
Arne Slot has given his green light to commence talks with Diaz over a new deal and is keen to reward the Colombian for his explosive start to the season. Diaz has five goals in as many Premier League games this term, with doubles against Manchester United and Bournemouth standing out.
The 27-year-old has proved he can find a place under Arne Slot and become one of their critical stars ahead of an important season. Any way of finding an agreement will depend on the finances involved in the deal, as Diaz is likely to demand a significant pay package to stay, as in the case of an impasse, Liverpool could open the door to a sale in the future.
