Barcelona face familiar hurdle as priority target demands compensation if not registered

According to AS, Barcelona’s pursuit of Luis Diaz has hit yet another roadblock, as the Colombian forward is now demanding financial guarantees if he is not registered by the club before the transfer window closes on August 31.

Following the collapse of the Nico Williams deal, Barça turned their attention back to Diaz, who has long been on Deco’s radar. 

Talks with the player’s camp are underway, and a draft contract is already in progress in case Liverpool agree to a transfer. 

Diaz is eager to leave the Premier League, which he now considers a completed chapter, and is excited about the chance to play at Camp Nou.

Diaz wants a compensation clause

However, the latest twist in the saga could prove costly for Barcelona. Diaz’s representatives want a clause in the agreement that would force the Catalan club to financially compensate the player if they fail to register him before the transfer deadline.

In simple terms, if Barça sign Diaz but are unable to officially register him due to La Liga’s financial regulations, the club would still have to pay him a significant sum to cover the sporting damage he would suffer, whether he misses action until the January window or the entire season. 

This demand adds to an already complex situation. Beyond the financial and registration challenges, Barcelona face competition from other clubs. 

Bayern Munich have stepped up their interest, especially after Jamal Musiala’s injury, which has left a gap in their attacking line. According to reports from Germany, the Bavarian club are in a strong position to close the deal.

Meanwhile, the Saudi Pro League looms as another serious threat. Clubs in the Gulf are expected to make late moves for Diaz, offering massive contracts that Barcelona simply can not match in terms of raw numbers.