Although the rumours linking Luis Diaz to Barcelona appear to have gone quiet thanks to their chase for the signature of Nico Williams, it would appear that the Colombian could still be on his way out of Anfield this summer. According to a recent report from well-placed sources, Bayern Munich are now exploring the possibility of bringing the 28-year-old winger to the Bundesliga, and with Liverpool apparently also chasing a new winger, that would give credence to such news.
It's an interesting standpoint from the Reds given that Diaz was only behind Mo Salah and Cody Gakpo in terms of his output across 2024/25.
Indeed, he provided the same amount of assists as the Dutchman (five), and with 14 goals scored was just one shy of Gakpo. Known for his ability to hit teams on the counter-attack, it's no surprise to understand that his 11 fast breaks were bettered only by the Egyptian King, whose stats frankly beggar belief.
Why are Liverpool looking to offload Diaz?
A shooting ability of 59.6% is the best out of all Liverpool's starting players, and it's just Salah (again) that beats his 18.9% shot conversion rate.
An 86% passing accuracy is neither the best or the worst in the squad (though his 903 total passes don't place him favourably compared with teammates) so one could legitimately therefore argue as to why Liverpool are thinking about selling Diaz in the first place.
Vincent Kompany already has the likes of Kingsley Coman and Serge Gnabry as left wingers, and Bryan Zaragoza is registered with the Bavarians, although he'll almost certainly leave before the start of the 2025/26 campaign.
Coman and Gnabry played markedly less football than Diaz in 24/25, and have remarkably similar records to each other during that time.
The former's six goals and four assists came in 30 games, of which 15 were as a starter, and he was also subbed off on 14 occasions. Gnabry played, started and was subbed in exactly the same amount of matches - suggesting Kompany had gone in for a job share - and was slightly more productive than his contemporary with seven goals and six assists.
Given that Diaz appeared to accept that he could be transferred to Barcelona at one stage, it would follow that the player understands that, for whatever reason, his time at Liverpool will soon come to an end. Such is the life of a footballer, and if and when he is transferred elsewhere, Reds manager, Arne Slot will undoubtedly be candid and honest as to why he allowed the Colombian to move on. Do not be surprised if Saudi money come into play.