FC Barcelona is clear about what its next big move in the market should be: signing Luis Díaz.
Fast, unbalancing, with a goal-scoring touch and experience at the highest level, Díaz would be a top-level addition. Joan Laporta and Deco have already kept in touch with his camp, and the player's willingness is excellent. The Colombian is open to a change of scenery if Barça guarantees him an immediate starring role.
However, the operation is not simple. Barça, as in previous summers, needs to balance its books before closing any major signing. In this case, a key condition must be met for Luis Díaz's signing to be possible.
Luis Díaz at Liverpool | @luisdiaz19_
A major signing that requires a significant departure
The player's camp has made it clear that he doesn't want to arrive to compete for limited minutes. Luis Díaz will only accept Barça's offer if the club offers him a starting role from the outset. He doesn't consider a scenario where he would have to alternate with another footballer of similar characteristics.
This inevitably means that one of the current squad members must pack his bags. It is not a matter of physical space, but of hierarchy within the team and balance in the locker room. The board has already identified who must leave to unlock the operation.
Luis Díaz is very positive about landing at Camp Nou and becoming a key piece of the new project. His arrival would send a clear message: Barça wants to regain its spark on the wings and offensive verticality. But without resolving the pending sale, the signing will remain on hold.
Joan Laporta | @jlaportaoficial
The player chosen to leave has a market in Europe
Barça doesn't want to sell anyone below value, but understands that there are assets that no longer have the same sporting weight. The player in question still has a good reputation in Europe and several clubs have inquired about his situation. One of them, a major Bundesliga club, has been following him closely for months.
Despite not performing as desired, he is still considered a footballer of quality and international experience. The idea of selling him responds to both sporting and economic criteria. Freeing up his salary would allow Luis Díaz to be registered without issues and would ease the pressure of LaLiga's financial control.
The minimum transfer fee is around €70 million. If someone comes in with that amount, Barça will open the door without major obstacles. It will not be an easy decision, but it is necessary to move forward in the market with solidity.
Deco | @FCBarcelona_cat
Luis Díaz wants to close soon and Laporta must move quickly
From Luis Díaz's camp, it is leaked that they will not wait for Barça forever. They know there are other clubs interested and willing to offer him favorable conditions. That's why the blaugrana board is working against the clock to close the outgoing operation that will unlock everything.
There is already consensus in the offices about what must be done, although the final step still needs to be executed. The Colombian is delighted with the idea of playing in LaLiga and being an offensive reference at Barça. He will only do so if the project guarantees him stability, minutes, and trust.
The priority now is to close a sale that not only generates income, but also frees up space in the starting eleven. Flick has already approved the signing of Luis Díaz, but made it clear that he doesn't want overcrowding in certain areas. Tactical balance will be key in this new stage.
Dani Olmo with Barça | @FCBarcelona
The player singled out to leave is none other than Dani Olmo, a high-cost signing who has not met expectations. His numbers have been modest and injuries have hampered his progress since joining the club. Despite his desire to stay, Barça considers that his cycle may be coming to an end.
Olmo is still valued in Germany, where he already excelled at Leipzig, and clubs like Bayer Leverkusen have him on their radar. If his departure is finalized for a figure close to €70 million, Luis Díaz's arrival will be immediate.The ball is in Barça's court, which must decide: continue betting on Olmo or make way for a new star.
