Liverpool know true value of Diaz despite approach from Barca

SOCIAL media has never been a particularly accurate barometer of reality.

- By IAN DOYLE

That, though, will not stop forensic examination of even the most heartfelt of messages.

Such was the case with Luis Diaz’s girlfriend Gera Ponce, whose recent post praising the depth of the Liverpool support for the Colombia winger was taken by some as a farewell.

Given the speculation surrounding interest from several suitors - including the Saudi Pro League and La Liga champions Barcelona - and the intrigue over the player's contract situation at Anfield, such suspicions were not without credence.

But the news yesterday that Barcelona had seen an approach rejected for Diaz very much backed up reports that Liverpool were not actively looking to sell the player.

As ever in the transfer window, it’s important to recognise the language used.

And while the Reds aren't contemplating moving on Diaz, it doesn’t mean they couldn’t be tempted into a sale should the right offer be forthcoming.