Luis Dias refuses to renew Liverpool contract, demands £150,000-a-week salary, sparks transfer speculation

On January 19, Liverpool striker Luis Dias rejected the new contract offered by the club. Although Liverpool proposed to significantly increase his salary to 120,000 pounds per week, Dias insisted on asking for at least 150,000 pounds. This news caused waves at Anfield because Dias has always been stable and positive. However, he believes that his salary level fails to reflect his importance in the team, and this position has also brought his contract renewal negotiations with the club to a deadlock.

Since joining Liverpool in 2022, Dias has gradually become an important part of the team's offensive line, and his current weekly salary is only 55,000 pounds. Although the club is ready to double his salary to 120,000 pounds, Dias insists on at least 150,000 pounds, believing that his contribution is enough to match the higher salary. He has shown extraordinary adaptability in multiple positions, especially in the replacement of the center position during Jota's injury this season, and his performance is very good.

Data shows that since joining in January 2022 , Dias has played 124 times for Liverpool , scoring 36 goals and providing 16 assists . Although he played only 21 games in the 2022-23 season due to a knee injury, he recovered in the 2023-24 season, making 51 appearances and contributing 13 goals and 5 assists. So far this season, he has scored 12 goals in 24 games , and his 8 goals in the Premier League have tied his performance last season. Dias's versatility and excellent offensive data undoubtedly prove his importance to Liverpool.

It is reported that Diaz's heart belongs to Barcelona, and he believes that the team's passing and controlling style is more in line with his technical characteristics and can help him achieve higher personal honors. He has shown a strong interest in joining Barcelona, and this idea has further aggravated the stalemate between him and Liverpool in the renewal of his contract. Considering Barcelona's continuous reinforcement of the forward line, the addition of Diaz will make their offensive system more flexible and diverse.

The renewal of Dias' contract has put Liverpool in a dilemma. After the new coach Slot took office, the team is in a rebuilding phase, and losing a stable and offensive striker may affect the results. However, the club has always been cautious about the salary structure, and if Dias' request is agreed, it may trigger a wider range of salary adjustments.

Before the transfer window closes, Diaz's stay or departure remains the focus. If Liverpool cannot meet his salary demands and are unwilling to risk losing the attacker, the next few weeks may determine the final fate of both parties.