Barça is clear that their goal this summer is to strengthen the left wing. Additionally, both Hansi Flick and Deco agree on Luis Díaz as an option. The problem is the price, which would be around 80 million euros.
Despite the cost, the sports management is convinced that Luis Díaz is the perfect player to complete the blaugrana attack. His ability to adapt to different game contexts and his experience in high-level competitions are strong arguments.
The club seeks a fifth forward
The idea of signing Luis Díaz also responds to the need to find a fifth forward to complement the four men already in the squad. Hansi Flick has Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski, and Ferran Torres, but he sees the need to add one more piece that allows him to make rotations.
The German coachdoesn't count on either Ansu Fati or Pau Víctor. Ansu hasn't managed to recover his best level after injuries, while Pau doesn't fit into the first team's plans. Therefore, the figure of a versatile forward like Luis Díaz is a necessity.
Hansi Flick's plan with Luis Díaz
According to "El Nacional," one of the reasons why Hansi Flick wants Luis Díaz is his ability to play as a number nine. Although his natural position is the left wing, at Liverpool he has played numerous matches this season acting as a center forward.
This versatility would allow Flick to propose different schemes without sacrificing quality. In certain matches, the coach could line up Luis Díaz as a center forward, which would offer him a tactical alternative to the more static figure of Robert Lewandowski. Barça wants to evolve their game, making it more vertical and dynamic, and there Luis Díaz fits perfectly.
Robert Lewandowski would be the big casualty
The main one affected could be Robert Lewandowski. Although he remains a reference, the Pole will turn 37 this year and can no longer take on all the minutes of a demanding season.
In this new context, Hansi Flick could opt for a more mobile forward line with Raphinha, Luis Díaz, and Lamine Yamal as starters in several matches. Lewandowski would have a more limited role, focused on key matches and providing his experience in decisive moments.