Luis Diaz exit: Saudi mega bid lined up amid Liverpool transfer talk
Liverpool are set to win the Premier League title, but Anfield could still witness high-profile exits in the summer transfer window.
After second-place Arsenal were held to a 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace on Wednesday, the Reds only need a draw with Tottenham on Sunday to clinch top-flight glory.
But while Arne Slot’s men close in on their first Premier League title in five years, Trent Alexander-Arnold could be set to leave in favour of Real Madrid on a free transfer when his contract expires at the end of the season.
The future of Luis Diaz is also in doubt, even though he has scored 15 goals in 46 appearances across all competitions this term.
Saudi Pro League club eye Diaz amid big Mohammed Kudus bid
West Ham’s Mohammed Kudus recently demonstrated his attacking threat in Liverpool’s 2-1 win over the Hammers on 13 April.
| Luis Diaz stats | All competitions 2024/25 |
| Appearances | 46 |
| Goals | 15 |
| Assists | 5 |
According to talkSPORT, Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr are preparing an £85.3million offer for Kudus this summer.
But, as per the report, Stefano Pioli’s side are also keen on Diaz, whose future at Anfield remains uncertain.
Diaz exit could help Federico Chiesa’s Liverpool situation
Diaz has already made more goal contributions this term than in any previous season for Liverpool and is proving himself as a real asset for Slot.
The Reds should favour keeping the Colombia international in Merseyside if possible, as he could be set to improve further under Slot’s stewardship.
But if Diaz does leave Anfield, it could pave the way for Federico Chiesa to enjoy more first-team football with the Reds next season.
Chiesa is the only addition Slot has made at Liverpool so far, but he has failed to start in the Premier League, appearing as a substitute on just four occasions.
The Italy international previously showcased his ability in his time with Serie A giants Juventus, but his Liverpool career is yet to take off.
Chiesa showed a glimpse of what he can do when he scored for the Reds in their Carabao Cup final defeat to Newcastle, but perhaps Diaz’s exit could help the 27-year-old enjoy more regular minutes.