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Al-Nassr Set Sights on Luis Díaz as Saudi Clubs Push Summer Ambitions

Saudi Interest Turns to Anfield Winger

Luis Díaz is the latest Premier League star to feature in the Saudi Pro League’s summer transfer crosshairs. As reported by Ben Jacobs on X, “Al-Nassr set to approach Liverpool over Luis Díaz after receiving central approval to make a bid. Could be as high as €85m.”

The Colombian international has become one of Al-Nassr’s priority targets ahead of a pivotal summer for the Riyadh-based club. Unlike Al-Hilal, who are under pressure to resolve deals before the Club World Cup, Al-Nassr are working on a more flexible timeline. But the ambition remains clear: secure high-profile names to retain Cristiano Ronaldo and reassert their standing both regionally and globally.

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No Guarantee Díaz Accepts Offer

Díaz remains under contract at Anfield and is reportedly settled, but uncertainty around his long-term future persists. According to Jacobs, “Unclear if Diaz wants to go to Saudi while Barcelona remains an option, but the Colombian winger is one of Al-Nassr’s top targets.”

Barcelona’s interest, tempered by their financial constraints, continues to simmer in the background. Díaz has long been admired in Catalonia, but unless they raise funds through significant sales, any formal approach is unlikely in the short term.

Liverpool’s position is less about necessity and more about valuation. An €85m offer could turn heads in the corridors of power, particularly given Arne Slot’s plans to reshape the squad in his own image. Díaz, while influential, has not been immune to the broader tactical changes expected this summer.

Ronaldo Factor Shapes Saudi Strategy

Al-Nassr’s approach reflects a wider strategy designed to keep Cristiano Ronaldo committed to their project. While there’s no pressing deadline, the club are under internal pressure to show intent, and signing a Premier League-calibre forward would reinforce their ambitions.

“An acceptance within the club they need to show ambition in June to persuade Cristiano Ronaldo to stay,” Jacobs reported. High-profile targets like Díaz serve not only on-field purposes but off-field symbolism — vital in a football ecosystem increasingly driven by branding and marketability.

Díaz’s Future Hinges on Multiple Factors

At 27, Díaz is entering what should be his peak years. For Liverpool, selling now could maximise value, especially if Slot identifies a more tactically compatible wide forward. Yet the risk is losing a game-changer who can unpick defences and thrive in big moments.

His work rate, tenacity, and flair make him a fan favourite. But amid an evolving Liverpool, no player is guaranteed untouchable status. Al-Nassr’s interest may not yet have sparked formal negotiations, but the next few weeks could prove decisive in shaping his future — whether that’s in red, white-and-blue, or elsewhere altogether.

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For Liverpool supporters, this report lands with a sharp mixture of caution and fatigue. The idea of Luis Díaz leaving this summer, especially to a league still viewed as peripheral by many fans, feels both disruptive and premature.

Díaz may not be a 20-goal-a-season forward, but he brings a unique directness and fire to the left flank. His passion is obvious, his performances often electric, and his ability to lift the crowd unrivalled in the current front line. He’s the kind of player who makes things happen, even on days when others are subdued.

That said, €85m is no small figure. If Arne Slot sees the funds as a way to strengthen multiple areas, especially with younger, system-specific talent, then difficult decisions must be made. What fans won’t tolerate, however, is a sale without a clear succession plan. Letting Díaz go and failing to replace his output would feel like a step backward after a season of transition.

There’s also the emotional pull. Díaz’s story, from hardship to Anfield, resonates. Losing him to Saudi Arabia would sting. Losing him without reinvestment would anger.