Luis Diaz Set to Join Bayern Munich in €75m Transfer Deal

Colombian forward Luis Diaz is on the verge of joining Bayern Munich after the Bundesliga champions reached an agreement with Liverpool on a deal worth €75 million (£65.5m) including add-ons. The German club had seen an earlier bid of £58.6 million rejected earlier this month but have now met Liverpool’s valuation.

Diaz Leaves Liverpool Pre-Season Camp

Amid the growing speculation surrounding his future, Diaz was left out of Liverpool's squad for their 4-2 pre-season defeat to AC Milan in Hong Kong. Liverpool have since granted him permission to leave Asia and travel to Europe, where he is expected to complete a medical in the coming days.

Liverpool’s New Forward Line

Liverpool have already made moves in the transfer market, signing Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike, with ongoing interest in Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak. The club appears to be preparing for life after Diaz, who has been a key figure in their recent successes.

Impact at Anfield

Luis Diaz joined Liverpool from Porto in January 2022 in a deal worth an initial £37 million. Since then, he has scored 41 goals in 148 appearances for the Reds. He played a crucial role in their title-winning campaign last season, scoring 13 goals in the Premier League.

The 2024–25 season marked the most prolific period of Diaz’s career, with 17 goals across all competitions.

What Bayern Gains

Bayern Munich, who won their 34th Bundesliga title last season, were prolific in front of goal with 99 league goals. However, they fell short in other competitions, exiting the Champions League in the quarter-finals and the German Cup in the last 16.

With Jamal Musiala sidelined due to a broken leg and dislocated ankle sustained during the Club World Cup, Bayern were in urgent need of a top-level attacking reinforcement. Diaz brings pace, creativity, and versatility—qualities Bayern hope will elevate their European ambitions.

Diaz’s Statistical Highlights

It’s not hard to see why Diaz attracted Bayern’s interest. During the 2024–25 season:

• He posted a shot conversion rate of 18.3%, his best ever in the Premier League.

• He ranked just outside the top 10 for combined goals and assists (18).

• He tallied 30 shots on target, 56 chances created, and 52 completed dribbles.

Defensively, Diaz also impressed. He won possession in the final third 22 times, more than any other Liverpool player when adjusted for minutes played. This shows his all-round contribution, combining attacking flair with hard work off the ball.

Conclusion

Luis Diaz’s move to Bayern Munich marks the end of a productive chapter at Anfield and the beginning of a promising new adventure in Germany. As he prepares to undergo his medical and finalize terms, Bayern fans will be eager to see how their newest star fits into an already formidable squad.

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