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.
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Bayern bid £44m for Diaz, well below Liverpool’s valuationColombian winger has two years left on current Anfield dealKompany wants Diaz to support Kane in Bayern's attackFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
Bayern Munich have launched their pursuit of Diaz by tabling an initial bid worth £45 million as per German publication BILD. Liverpool, however, are adamant that the Colombian will not leave unless their £68 million valuation is met. The winger remains under contract at Anfield, and talks over an extension have yet to yield an agreement.
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Diaz has been linked with multiple top European clubs, with Barcelona also previously expressing interest. Bayern are targeting the Liverpool star after missing out on Florian Wirtz to the Reds earlier this summer. With Vincent Kompany seeking to improve the attacking depth to ease the load on stars like Harry Kane, Diaz is said to fit the profile they are looking for perfectly.
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Liverpool reportedly have a gentleman’s agreement to allow Diaz to leave if a rival club meets a certain valuation. So far, Bayern’s bid falls significantly short of that figure, and Liverpool are in no rush to sell. The Colombian winger still has two years remaining on his current deal.
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Bayern are expected to return with an improved offer as they continue discussions with Diaz’s camp. Liverpool will evaluate incoming proposals while considering their forward line needs under Arne Slot. If Diaz pushes for a move and Bayern raise their bid, talks could escalate quickly in the coming days.