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Liverpool Monitoring Rodrygo Situation as Luis Diaz Future Uncertain

Contingency Plans in Motion at Anfield

Liverpool are understood to be preparing for a potential departure of Luis Diaz this summer, with Real Madrid’s Rodrygo emerging as a serious candidate to replace the Colombian should he move on. As reported by journalist Sacha Tavolieri, the Merseyside club are keeping close tabs on Rodrygo’s situation as uncertainty builds around his role under new Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso.

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While Diaz remains a key figure at Anfield, there is growing awareness of interest from both Barcelona and Bayern Munich. Liverpool are not actively shopping the winger, but they are aware that the transfer market moves quickly and are laying groundwork in case a substantial offer materialises.

Rodrygo’s Evolving Status at Real Madrid

Rodrygo’s numbers last season were solid 14 goals and 11 assists in 54 appearances, but there has been an observable shift in how he is being utilised. Alonso has preferred other options in key fixtures and, notably, the Brazilian’s limited role during the Club World Cup has raised internal questions.

Despite publicly remaining committed to Real Madrid, those close to the player have suggested he is open to reconsidering his future if his standing within the squad does not improve. Liverpool and Arsenal are monitoring developments closely, aware that opportunities to land players of his profile rarely come without complications.

Financial Hurdles and Market Competition

Real Madrid are believed to have placed a €90 million (£78 million) valuation on Rodrygo. That fee naturally narrows the list of viable buyers, with Liverpool and Arsenal among the few Premier League clubs capable of financing such a move. Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr have the financial muscle too, but reports indicate Rodrygo prefers a move to England rather than the Middle East.

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ESPN Brasil adds that Paris Saint-Germain have also entered the race, having made contact with the player’s representatives. That makes for a potentially complex tug-of-war, although timing and player preference could prove decisive.

Focus Remains on Club World Cup

Rodrygo is expected to feature in Real Madrid’s Club World Cup semi-final against PSG on Wednesday. Any final decision on his future is unlikely to be made until after that fixture, but clubs including Liverpool are watching closely.

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This is the kind of rumour that raises eyebrows and heart rates in equal measure. Rodrygo is not just a talent, he’s a proven winner on the European stage, someone who brings pace, technical quality and end-product in big moments. The idea that Liverpool could be proactive in targeting him suggests the club are seriously thinking about the next phase of the front line.

If Diaz does leave, many fans would be understandably gutted. He’s been one of the most vibrant and committed performers in recent seasons. But replacing him with a player of Rodrygo’s calibre, someone who has thrived in pressure situations at Real Madrid, would feel like ambitious continuity rather than rebuilding from scratch.

Of course, €90 million is a hefty outlay. But if the choice is between watching a top player head to a rival or securing him for your own rebuild, the case makes itself. The idea that Rodrygo favours the Premier League over the Saudi Pro League is encouraging too.