Liverpool supervisor Arne Slot has responded to Barcelona’s Director of Soccer Deco, after the latter admitted that he held an admiration for Colombian star Luis Diaz. The 28-year-old winger is reportedly Barcelona’s prime goal this summer season, and is eager on a transfer to La Liga.
Forward of their closing recreation of the season, Slot was requested about Deco’s feedback, and had a one-line response to Barcelona’s curiosity. Marca recounted his reply from a press convention.
“I like Lamine Yamal and Raphinha additionally…” Slot tailed off with a smile, giving little away.
What did Deco say about Luis Diaz
Throughout an interview on Thursday, Deco admitted that he preferred Diaz, amid loads of hypothesis over his future. Relying on what cash Barcelona should spend this summer season, it has been reported that the Blaugrana will dedicate their entire funds this summer season to try to convey Diaz in. The Liverpool star has a suggestion on the desk to increase his contract by two years (at present expiring in 2027), however to date has not responded to it.
Slot’s evaluation of Trent Alexander-Arnold
Slot additionally gave a ‘first reward’ to incoming Actual Madrid, explaining the content material of a dialogue he held with Trent Alexander-Arnold. The fitting-back is predicted to hitch Los Blancos this summer season too.
“Possibly it’s a primary reward I can provide Xabi Alonso. I wasn’t utterly pleased with each single minute on the coaching floor. In my view, he might do a bit extra, to say it mildly. And that’s what we talked about.”
🚨SLOT, entrenador del Liverpool, ¿confirma la salida de ARNOLD al REAL MADRID?:
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“Mixed with, ‘you’re a a lot better defender than folks let you know, however you don’t present it on a regular basis. And that’s why folks let you know this is part of a recreation it’s essential enhance. However in the event you’re at it, and concentrated, there should not many gamers that may go round you.’ He’s quick, agile, he has nice mentality, however on this world it’s about doing it each single recreation. We’re judged not on the 34 video games we do it nicely, however we’re judged primarily on the 4 video games we don’t do nicely. These items we spoke about in preseason.”
When will Trent Alexander-Arnold arrive?
Alexander-Arnold’s arrival in Madrid brings loads of intrigue. It isn’t but clear whether or not Actual Madrid will agree a deal for him to reach earlier than the top of his contract in order that he can play within the Membership World Cup this summer season. Then again, his function can also be unclear. In a again 4 he must compete for a spot with Dani Carvajal, set to turn into membership captain after Luka Modric leaves. If Alonso is to play with three on the again, then Alexander-Arnold might take up a brand new wing-back function.