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Liverpool are close to agreeing a transfer deal for Luis Diaz to join Bayern Munich this summer, with the two clubs now in advanced talks after reportedly settling on a fee. Diaz, who signed a five-and-a-half-year contract with Liverpool in January 2022 for a £37.5m (€42.9m) fee, has made it clear he wants to leave Anfield, putting Liverpool in a position where they must negotiate his exit despite initially resisting offers.

Bayern Munich’s initial bid was around £58.5m (€67m), which Liverpool rejected. However, the German champions have returned with a significantly improved offer of approximately £69m (€80m), which Liverpool are now set to accept. The move aligns with Liverpool’s need to manage their squad financially and potentially reinvest in attacking targets, including Alexander Isak and Rodrygo.

Diaz’s departure comes amid Liverpool's efforts to maintain attacking strength following the tragic passing of Diogo Jota. Meanwhile, the potential of Diaz moving to Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr now appears unlikely after Al Nassr secured Chelsea’s Joao Felix, ending speculation surrounding their interest in Diaz.

Additional transfer news suggests tension at Liverpool around contract negotiations with Alexander Isak, who is reportedly unhappy with the club’s offer and might leave if a club meets Newcastle’s asking price of over £130million. Tottenham Hotspur have shown interest in Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott, while manager Richard Hughes has expressed a preference for Liverpool to sign a new £100m winger to replace Diaz rather than Rodrygo.

In conclusion, Liverpool’s acceptance of Bayern Munich’s improved offer for Luis Diaz marks a significant development in the summer transfer window, with the Colombian winger expected to join Bayern shortly, while Liverpool look to reshuffle their attacking options.


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