BREAKING: Liverpool Identifies Luis Diaz Replacement Amid Contract Dispute.

Liverpool has identified a possible successor for Luis Diaz after failing to reach an agreement on a new contract with him.

Liverpool travels to Everton to face Eddie’s unpredictable team in a match that holds significance beyond just league positions.

This match provides Liverpool with another chance to extend their lead at the top of the table, depending on other outcomes, while Everton aims to find their rhythm again.

However, the main focus is on one player: Anthony Gordon.

The spotlight is deserved, as Newcastle’s left-winger hails from Liverpool and began his football career in the club’s academy.

Liverpool also showed interest in Gordon during the summer, engaging in talks before they eventually fell apart.

With Newcastle’s coaching staff believing Gordon could be pivotal in facing Trent Alexander-Arnold, much of the attention will be on their encounter tonight.

Moreover, a report from the Daily Mail indicates that Liverpool’s interest in Gordon remains strong.

What could a potential move for Anthony Gordon signify for Liverpool?

The report points out that Liverpool was unwilling to meet Newcastle’s £80 million asking price or include Jarell Quansah in the deal last summer, causing the negotiations to collapse.

Considering the bond between Gordon and Alexander-Arnold—who is said to have sung “he’s coming home” when Gordon spoke of Liverpool’s interest during the Euros—this game adds more intrigue.

This situation is crucial for Liverpool, as Luis Diaz usually plays on the left wing under Arne Slot, though he was deployed as a central striker against Manchester City on Sunday, with Cody Gakpo effectively taking the left-wing role.

With growing speculation surrounding Diaz’s discontent with Liverpool’s contract offer, bringing in reinforcements for that position may become essential for next season.

Liverpool’s squad is currently undergoing transition, with key players like Mo Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Alexander-Arnold yet to commit to long-term futures at the club. Additionally, reports of a potential move for Frankfurt’s Omar Marmoush could affect the team’s attacking structure.

Therefore, tonight’s match might serve as an unofficial trial for Gordon in the eyes of Liverpool manager Arne Slot.