Arne Slot and the Liverpool board could be at the loggerheads over the future of Luis Diaz, with the manager keen to sell the Colombian.
According to Caught Offside, Arne Slot and the Liverpool board could disagree about the future of Luis Diaz. The Colombian is reportedly not seen as an integral part of the Dutchman’s plans ahead of next season as he wants to sell him, while the club are reportedly keen to keep hold of the Colombian and even offer him a new deal.
Arne Slot is expected to have the chance to shape this Liverpool team as per his specifications. The Dutch manager is on course to win the Premier League title in his first season at the club, as he will hope the board backs him with the necessary funds to strengthen the squad.
One of the key areas for Arne Slot is the forward line, as there are numerous reports of a potential overhaul in the summer. There are significant doubts about Mohamed Salah’s future, while Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota are not seen as integral by the Dutchman.
Now, the report claims that Arne Slot wants to sell Luis Diaz as he does not view the Colombian as an important part of his team. However, the Liverpool board are set to oppose this decision, as they are eager to keep the player at the club and even offer him a new deal.
Liverpool’s board and manager could be at the loggerheads over the future of Diaz, with the 28-year-old also considering his future if a new contract is not forthcoming. The club are under pressure to offer him a new deal, with the COlombbian set to enter the final two years of his current agreement.
Will Liverpool sell Luis Diaz?
While the report focuses on the problem between Arne Slot and the Liverpool board, the ultimate choice might come from Diaz. The Colombian has Arsenal’s interest, which is a bit surprising considering the Gunners are well-stocked on that left side of the frontline. However, should one of Leandro Trossard or Gabriel Martinelli leave, Mikel Arteta might view the 28-year-old as a viable target.
However, the Gunners are not expected to prioritise a chase for Diaz, whereas Barcelona are keen to sign the Colombian. Deco ran the rule over the winger during the international break, with some reports pointing at the winger being eager to make the move to Spain at some stage. Liverpool could consider all possibilities, although, given Diaz’s contract situation, he might be the one making the final decision on his future.
