Bayern Munich believe Liverpool will soften their stance on selling Luis Diaz this summer after spending close to £300 million ($402m) in the ongoing transfer window. The Reds are close to signing Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt, which could convince them to allow Diaz to exit Anfield. The Colombian winger is keen to leave the Reds and join the Bundesliga giants.
Bayern Munich have submitted their first formal bid for Luis Diaz, who has informed Liverpool that he wants to exit Anfield this summer. However, Diaz's current contract runs until 2027 and the Reds have made it clear that they won't sell the Colombian star as they consider him as an integral part of their long-term project under Arne Slot.
Bayern Munich are reportedly eyeing Arsenal forward Leandro Trossard as a potential Plan B, with the German champions growing increasingly doubtful over their chances of signing Liverpool’s Luis Diaz. Trossard’s versatility, experience and short contract make him an appealing alternative as Bayern look to reinforce their left wing this summer.
Bayern Munich have reportedly submitted an opening bid of €52 million (£45m) for Luis Diaz, but Liverpool are holding firm on their £68 million valuation of the Colombian winger. Despite ongoing contract uncertainty, the Reds remain reluctant to sell Diaz, though Bayern’s interest signals their intent to strengthen ahead of their Bundesliga title defence.
Luis Diaz and Alisson Becker travelled to Portugal this week to attend the seventh-day mass for Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva, who tragically died in a car accident. After missing the funeral, the Liverpool duo paid their respects in Gondomar, joining several figures from Portuguese and international football in honouring the late brothers.
Liverpool are reportedly weighing a move for Real Madrid attacker Rodrygo as they brace themselves for Luis Diaz's possible departure this summer. With increasing speculation surrounding the Colombian's future at Anfield, the Reds could rival Arsenal for the signature of the Brazilian star, who may be edging closer to his own exit from the Santiago Bernabeu.