Luis Diaz is apparently interested in joining Paris Saint-Germain in place of Kylian Mbappe, but Liverpool may demand as much as €145 million for him.

WHAT HAPPENED?

PSG is focusing on Reds winger Diaz because Mbappe is anticipated to sign a contract with Real Madrid this summer, according to El Pais Colombia. According to the source, the future of 27-year-old manager Jurgen Klopp is uncertain because he will be departing Anfield at the end of the current campaign. The Colombia international, it has been said, may cost between €120 and €145 million (£102 and £123 million or $131 and $164 million).

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THE BIGGER PICTURE

Two of the greatest storylines in football right now are Mbappe’s protracted transfer crisis and Klopp’s imminent exit. Both PSG and Liverpool will be entering a new, unknown period without these two legendary players. Finding suitable successors as quickly as possible will be essential to ensuring a smooth transition for the upcoming season since maintaining success at the top is crucial.

DID YOU KNOW?

Diaz, who signed a contract with Liverpool in 2022 for £40 million ($51.3 million/€47 million), is also rumored to be a target for Barcelona and AC Milan. Diaz’s contract with Liverpool expires in 2027. So far this season, he has five assists and 11 goals.

WHAT NEXT?

On Thursday, Diaz and Liverpool are scheduled to resume their Europa League round of 16 match against Sparta Prague with the second leg of the match. Three days later, the Reds, who will play Manchester United in the FA Cup last eight, won the first leg 5-1.