Barcelona’s sporting director Deco has reportedly scouted 28-year-old Colombian international Luis Diaz during the ongoing international break.
According to a report by Mundo Deportivo, as relayed by Sport Witness, Luis Diaz is the subject of interest from Barcelona. The Catalan giants are combing the market for a versatile attacker heading into the summer transfer window and have set their sights on the Liverpool forward. Deco attended Colombia’s game against Brazil last week, with the 28-year-old “making an impression” on the sporting director.
Luis Diaz and his Liverpool lore
Luis Diaz has established himself as a pivotal figure since joining Liverpool from FC Porto in January 2022. While the South American attacker has not been as prolific as he would have liked in the last three years, he has made his mark in the final third throughout his spell with the Merseyside club.
The 28-year-old was hot off the blocks in the 2024/25 season but has blown hot and cold in the last few months. Nevertheless, Diaz has a solid tally this term, contributing to 18 goals in 42 appearances across all competitions, finding the back of the net 13 times and providing five assists.
Meanwhile, the Colombian attacker’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several well-known clubs across Europe. Barcelona will be among the prospective suitors vying for the Liverpool winger’s signature heading into the summer transfer window. They have furthered their interest during the international break, with Deco watching him against Brazil.
Will Diaz join Barcelona anytime soon?
Barcelona’s interest in Luis Diaz is understandable. The Catalan giants are scouring the market for a versatile wide attacker heading into the summer transfer window amid uncertainties surrounding Ansu Fati’s long-term future. In addition, Ferran Torres might not have a long-term future at FC Barcelona.
So, the Blaugrana should invest in a productive attacker, with Diaz emerging as a viable target for the Catalan outfit. Deco “was in attendance at Mané Garrincha” as Colombia and Brazil faced off in a qualifying match for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. While Los Cafeteros lost, Diaz “made an impression” on Deco.
Recent reports have claimed that Diaz is open to forcing a move to Barcelona if the Catalan giants launch the offensive to sign him in the summer transfer window. So, it will be interesting to see if the 28-year-old Colombian international leaves Liverpool in the coming months.
