Al Nassr has plans to sign Liverpool winger Luis Díaz, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. While Díaz does not have a release clause in his contract, Liverpool values the Colombian at around £70 million to £80 million. This valuation would not be a problem for the Saudi side, known for tempting both players and clubs with lucrative offers.
There has been an influx of athletes from major European leagues to Saudi Arabia since Cristiano Ronaldo made his high-profile move to Al Nassr. Most players used to head there toward the end of their careers, when they could no longer compete at the highest level but still wanted to earn substantial money before retirement. However, Saudi clubs have recently shifted their focus toward younger players in a bid to improve the league’s quality and competitiveness.
Players like Ivan Toney, who moved to Al-Ahli, and 22-year-old Jhon Durán, who secured a big-money transfer to Al Nassr, are examples of this new strategy.
From a career-development standpoint, moving to Saudi Arabia may not currently be the best option. However, football careers are short, and many players are now opting to "chase the bag" while they still can.
As for Díaz, his contract expires in 2027, and so far, there have been no reports of renewal talks. Barcelona are also reportedly interested in signing him, with sporting director Deco expressing admiration for the winger. However, despite this interest, Liverpool have made it clear that he is not for sale. New manager Arne Slot even jokingly expressed admiration for Lamine Yamal when asked about Barcelona’s pursuit of Díaz.
Still, with just two years left on his contract by 2025, Liverpool might be forced to consider selling him—especially to avoid a repeat of the situation with Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is reportedly set to leave for only £10 million despite being valued at around £100 million. It’s clear that Liverpool would prefer to cash in on Díaz rather than risk losing a highly valued asset for significantly less.
For now, however, no reports suggest that the Reds are ready to sell.
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