Luis Diaz Transfer Bombshell: Bayern Munich Chief's Announcement After Florian Wirtz Blow

In a stunning summer transfer saga, Liverpool FC has agreed to sell star winger Luis Diaz to Bayern Munich for a £65.5m (€75m) fee, including add-ons, marking a major bombshell in the transfer window.^[1][2] The deal comes after Bayern's initial £58.5m (€67m) bid was rejected, but Liverpool accepted the improved offer, deeming it full market value for the Colombian international with two years left on his Anfield contract.^[1]

Diaz, who joined Liverpool in January 2022 for £37.5m (€42.9m), played a key role in securing the club's 20th Premier League title but saw two contract extension attempts fail due to wage disputes.^[1] Reluctantly granting his wish to leave amid the Asia tour, Liverpool confirmed his exclusion from the squad against AC Milan due to transfer speculation, as revealed by head coach Arne Slot.^[1] The Reds' plans remain unaffected, with Hugo Ekitike already signed for attacking depth.^[1]

Bayern Munich announced the signing triumphantly, with Diaz signing a contract until June 30, 2029, and taking the number 14 shirt.^[2] FC Bayern CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen hailed the "bombshell" move: "In Luis Díaz, we have succeeded in bringing in one of the best left wingers in the Premier League. He brings real player character... and will give our team important impetus."^[2] Board member Max Eberl added, "Luis Díaz is a player with international experience, enormous quality... who will help our team immediately."^[2] Sporting director Christoph Freund praised his goal threat, speed, and work rate, calling him a "complete package."^[2]

Diaz expressed excitement: "I'm very happy... My goal is to win every possible title."^[2] The transfer follows Bayern's blow in missing out on Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz, prompting the decisive pivot to Diaz as their marquee left-wing target.^[3]

By January 2026, Diaz has thrived under Vincent Kompany, scoring 11 goals and 5 assists in 17 games alongside Michael Olise and Harry Kane, proving a stellar fit despite past flops like Sadio Mané.^[3] His high pressing and tenacity echo his Liverpool days under Jürgen Klopp, banishing early doubts and boosting Bayern's Bundesliga and Champions League campaigns—minus a red card vs. PSG.^[3] Bayern now eyes a young backup winger behind him.^[4]

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