Before the upcoming Premier League season, Liverpool is bracing itself for further turmoil caused by the Saudi Pro League, as Al-Hilal expresses interest in securing the services of Luis Díaz.

The Colombia international has been a standout performer for Liverpool, and the club has no intention of parting ways with him. Nevertheless, an approach from Al-Hilal, one of the four Saudi Arabian clubs supported by the country’s Public Investment Fund, is anticipated.

While Liverpool contemplates a £40m bid from Al-Ittihad for Fabinho, the Brazilian midfielder has been excluded from their pre-season training camp in Germany. Additionally, Jordan Henderson has received a tempting offer from Al-Ettifaq, introducing further complications for Liverpool. Follow your favourite Premier League team with attractive football betting odds from Nextbet.

It is worth noting that Al-Ettifaq, led by manager Steven Gerrard, has not yet made a bid for Henderson. Liverpool remains firm in its stance, unwilling to entertain any cut-price deals for their esteemed captain.

Despite missing six months of the previous season due to a severe knee injury, Díaz’s impact following his arrival from Porto in January 2022 was highly impressive. The 26-year-old remains a vital component of Jürgen Klopp’s plans for the upcoming season.

In light of Fabinho’s potential departure, Klopp is actively seeking replacements. While Southampton’s Roméo Lavia is being considered, Liverpool may opt for a more seasoned defensive midfielder if the 29-year-old Brazilian international departs.

Al-Hilal, backed by the PIF and having already invested over £100m, has secured the signings of Rúben Neves from Wolves, Kalidou Koulibaly from Chelsea, and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic from Lazio. Although Liverpool is likely to resist Al-Hilal’s pursuit of Díaz, this development adds an unwelcome distraction for Klopp in the lead-up to the Premier League season. Get the latest updates from the Premier League only on Nextbet Sports.