Liverpool to move for EXCITING Brazilian winger

Liverpool could end up selling Luis Diaz this summer and then the club would have a decision to make.

Diaz, 28, looks determined to push through a move to either Bayern Munich or Barcelona - with Liverpool holding firm on their €80m valuation for the Colombian.

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Do they go into the season with their current wide options and allow Federico Chiesa a second chance? Or do they find alternatives for the wide positions in the transfer market?

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Well if they do want to find a winger who can come into the side in place of Diaz - as well as star on the other side of attack - then Rodrygo of Real Madrid could become a viable option.

Rodrygo to be discarded by Xabi Alonso

Rodrygo, 24, has been of interest to the Reds since his teenage days at Santos back in Brazil. The forward has since gone on to superstardom in Madrid - winning two Champions League titles.

But a change of formation under Xabi Alonso could end up squeezing the Brazil international out. Arda Guler is taking on greater prominence, Gonzalo Garcia is a star in his own right while Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham remain undroppable.

Rodrygo is under contract at the Bernabeu until 2028 but the club could be ready to listen to bids.

Liverpool 'informed' of Rodrygo's situation

According to a new report in Fichajes, Liverpool are now among THREE Premier League clubs with an interest in adding Rodrygo in this window.

“Rodrygo Goes has become one of the most coveted names in the summer transfer window, with three Premier League giants — Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool — battling to secure his signature,” a report reads.

“Liverpool, for their part, don't want to be left behind. Arne Slot, the new Liverpool manager, sees Rodrygo as an ideal reinforcement to boost the level of their attack.

“They have already been informed about the player's situation, and an offer may be submitted in the coming days.”

Rodrygo in, Diaz out?

Much will depend on the club’s plans for Diaz. He scored 13 goals last season as the Reds wrapped up the Premier League title but is only contracted for another two years.

Diaz has never had a contract extension in his time at the club - and a renewal at this stage would cost Liverpool in all likelihood more than they are currently prepared to spend.

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Therefore a move could be best for all parties concerned - with the proceeds then available for a deal with Real for Rodrygo.