'Constant problem': German media rave about Luis Diaz as he outperforms Liverpool target vs PSG
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As Liverpool near the end of a trophyless 2025/26 season, former player Luis Diaz remains on the hunt for Champions League glory.Diaz left Anfield in the 2025 summer transfer window, joining Harry Kane and Michael Olise at Bayern Munich.The German giants lost to PSG in the first of two Champions League semi-final legs on Tuesday, but despite the defeat, the former Liverpool winger has come in for high praise. What does Arne Slot have to do to win you back next season❓💭 Credit: James Gill/Danehouse/Getty Images Luis Diaz rated higher than Liverpool target Michael Olise vs PSGDiaz won a penalty in the clash and also scored one of Bayern’s four goals in the nine-goal thriller.Following the tie, German outlet Bulinews named him the highest-rated player from Vincent Kompany’s team.They stated: “Luis Diaz – 9/10: Made relentless, energetic runs and was a constant problem for the PSG defence in the first half.
Later scored a brilliant goal to make it 5-4 after getting the better of Marquinhos.”Elsewhere, as he continues to be linked with Liverpool, Olise got a 7.5/10 rating: “As usual, highly influential and difficult for PSG to contain. Played the decisive pass to Luis Díaz in the move leading to the penalty and Bayern’s first goal.
Could have been more efficient after the break.”Diaz now has 26 goals and 21 assists in 46 matches across all competitions this term, perhaps leaving some Liverpool fans wondering why he was sold. Who replaces Mohamed Salah against Man United on Sunday? 👀 Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Who let Luis Diaz leave Liverpool?Well, while the manager may be the first figure supporters look to blame, it was actually reported earlier this season that Arne Slot wanted to keep Diaz.Instead, transfer chief Richard Hughes is said to be the one who had a key role in the South American leaving Anfield.Of course, the Premier League and Bundesliga are completely different leagues, so it may be a bit much to suggest Diaz would have hit similar numbers this season had he stayed at Liverpool.But there can be no denying his impressive Champions League record in 2025/26, which is currently seven goals and four assists in 11 matches.Join Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox