Barcelona plot deal for Liverpool star and Manchester United top transfer target as 2 key signings for next summer: Reports

Barcelona's sporting director Deco has identified Liverpool's Luis Diaz and Sporting CP's Viktor Gyokeres as their summer transfer targets, according to a report by Fichajes.net. Diaz joined Liverpool from FC Porto for a reported €52 million in January 2022.

The Colombian forward has proven to be key on the left wing for the Reds in recent times. In 26 appearances, Diaz has scored 12 goals and provided three assists this season.

La Blaugrana's interest in Diaz could be tied to the uncertainty of Raphinha's future at Camp Nou. The 27-year-old’s attacking prowess and flexibility to feature in multiple attacking positions could strengthen Barca's attacking outlook if the deal materializes. Fichajes.net claims that Diaz' transfer fee could be in the region of €60 million and he's contracted at Anfield till June 2027.

Meanwhile, La Blaugrana are also interested in the in-form Gyokeres whose finishing proficiency has been exceptional this season. In 29 games, the Swede has scored 31 goals and registered six assists.

Gyokeres’ finishing proficiency and attacking intuition could help Barca in achieving their long-term objectives if the deal goes through. The report mentioned earlier also claims that Gyokeres’ transfer fee could be €75 million.

However, Barcelona would have to defeat the likes of Manchester United and Real Madrid in the race to sign Gyokeres. The 26-year-old is contracted at Sporting CP till June 2028.

Barcelona considering selling Frenkie de Jong in the ongoing January transfer window - Reports

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La Blaugrana are considering the option of selling midfielder Frenkie de Jong in the ongoing winter transfer window, according to Diario AS (via Managing Barca).

Despite being a \ormidable central midfielder, De Jong has struggled for minutes this season. The 27-year-old has registered only 469 minutes on the pitch for Barca this season.

A brief overview of his contract situation also indicates that his contract at Camp Nou expires in June 2026. La Blaugrana might be looking to get a slight return on investment by selling him before the expiration of his contract.

In 15 appearances across competitions this season, De Jong has scored one goal and provided an assist.