Deco has been the most singled-out person in the board of directors in recent years because of his moves in the transfer markets. The Portuguese has had to deal with the club's difficult financial situation and hasn't been able to make as many moves as he would have liked. Nevertheless, he has managed to secure some top-level signings, such as Olmo's arrival.
Barça are improving significantly in sporting terms, and this season has been a turning point. The Catalans have wrapped up an unbelievable year, and the young players have played a very important role in it. Now, unfortunately for Deco, Bayern Munich have snatched away his biggest dream.
Deco is left without his favorite
Deco hasn't managed to make Barça's situation perfect, but he has made it possible for them to afford some major signings. Marcus Rashford is already in Barcelona, and everything suggests that he'll play a key role in Hansi Flick's system. The Englishman will be at Barça on a one-year loan and will have a purchase option for €30 million.
Even so, it's important to remember that Rashford wasn't Deco's first choice, nor his second, making him the third option. Initially, Luis Díaz was the first choice, but Nico Williams got closer to Barça, and the Colombian was pushed into the background. After the Athletic Club winger's refusal, Luis had once again become the sporting director's main target.
Just like Barça, Bayern Munich have been after Luis Díaz for some time and are preparing to make a major offer. In Germany, the media report that the Bavarians are going to offer €90 million ($97.5 million) for the Liverpool star. Faced with this situation, Deco has had to give up and has fully committed to the United player.
Luis Díaz won't sign with Barça
Luis Díaz has always put Barça ahead of any team interested in him, but that's not enough. Liverpool aren't willing to let the winger go for a reasonable price, and Barça can't afford what they're asking. The English won't let Luis leave for less than €90-100 million ($97.5-108.6 million).
For this reason, Deco's door is completely closed, and the sporting director will have to settle for what he can get. It's likely that over the next month we'll learn more about the striker's situation.