Liverpool has shown interest in Barcelona midfielder Gavi as per reports from Catalan outlet Nacional. The Reds are exploring the possibility of bringing the 20-year-old to Anfield.
Gavi appears to have lost favor at Camp Nou under Hansi Flick. With the preference for teenagers Marc Casado and Pedri in the midfield, Gavi has mostly been used as a substitute, with only 241 minutes of playtime in 12 appearances this season.
As a result, Gavi has become a potential transfer target for several clubs, including Liverpool. With his contract set to expire in 2026 and no ongoing discussions for an extension, his departure could be a cost-effective option for interested clubs.
While Gavi is inclined to stay at Barcelona and fight for his spot in the team, Liverpool is keen on securing his services if he decides to leave. The report indicates that manager Arne Slot values Gavi highly and the club is willing to offer him a lucrative salary to make him a key player in the squad.
If Gavi joins Liverpool, he will bolster a talented midfield featuring players like Ryan Gravenberch, Alexis Mac Allister, and Curtis Jones.
Barcelona interested in Liverpool star but he is expected to stay and renew
Barcelona is monitoring Liverpool winger Luis Diaz, with reports from Mundo Deportivo suggesting their interest in the 27-year-old attacker. Despite Barcelona’s interest, Diaz is likely to remain at Anfield, with his current contract running until 2027 and talks of an extension on the horizon.
Amidst contract negotiations with other key players like Mohamed Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Virgil van Dijk, Liverpool aims to secure Diaz’s long-term future at the club. Diaz has been crucial to Arne Slot’s attacking setup this season, contributing nine goals and three assists in 22 appearances across all competitions.
Diaz’s versatility to play on the left wing or upfront could be valuable to Barcelona, who were also eyeing Nico Williams for their attacking lineup. With Raphinha impressing under Flick, adding an experienced attacker like Diaz could further strengthen Barcelona’s squad.
Edited by Ankush Das
