Bayern Munich Secures €14m-Per-Season Deal for Luis Diaz

Liverpool Star Eyes Bundesliga Move Amidst Transfer Fee Negotiations

Reports indicate a significant breakthrough in negotiations between Luis Diaz and Bayern Munich, with the Colombian winger reportedly agreeing to a lucrative four-year contract. This development comes as Liverpool begins searching for a high-profile replacement, potentially for €90 million.

Diaz Seeks New Challenge, Bayern Pushes Offer

After expressing his desire to leave Anfield, Luis Diaz has allegedly reached an agreement with Bayern Munich. The proposed deal is said to be worth a substantial €14 million per season, translating to approximately £230,000 weekly, with potential performance-based bonuses. This move is partly motivated by Diaz‘s reported dissatisfaction with his current wage structure at Liverpool, which is considerably lower than the reported Bayern offer.

Bayern Munich, who recently saw a €67.5 million bid rejected, remains determined to acquire the winger. Sources suggest the German giants have intensified their efforts following missed targets and an injury to Jamal Musiala, making Diaz a primary target.

Negotiations Advance on Transfer Fee

Initial indications point towards progress in transfer fee discussions between the two clubs. German publication BILD has reported that concrete negotiations are expected to commence imminently, with a meeting between Bayern officials and Liverpool management anticipated soon. This suggests a potential pathway for Diaz‘s transfer to materialize this summer.

Liverpool Identifies Rodrygo as Diaz Replacement

Liverpool is actively pursuing a replacement for Luis Diaz, with Real Madrid’s Rodrygo emerging as a prime candidate. The Brazilian international, reportedly valued at around €90 million, is said to be open to a move away from the Spanish capital due to reduced playing time. Rodrygo has found himself on the fringes of Real Madrid’s starting eleven, especially with the integration of new stars and tactical shifts under manager Carlo Ancelotti.

Rodrygo‘s situation has attracted interest from several top clubs, but Arsenal’s pursuit of another winger may have opened the door for Liverpool. According to reports, preliminary talks have already been held with Rodrygo‘s camp, who is reportedly receptive to the Premier League. In the 2023-24 season, Rodrygo managed 10 goals in 30 La Liga appearances, a testament to his attacking threat (Source: Transfermarkt).

Luis Diaz has agreed a four-year deal worth €14m-a-year with Bayern Munich. Liverpool already ramping up move for Rodrygo. pic.twitter.com/1hG3b1Q1P7

— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) June 12, 2024

“It’s genuine. Liverpool already held talks with his camp. They sent an emissary to Madrid to talk to his family, and Rodrygo is happy with the interest.”

—Edu Burgos, AS Reporter

The possibility of Rodrygo joining Liverpool is further supported by his camp’s positive reception to the interest. His desire to be a key player in a team, a role that seems increasingly difficult to fulfill at Real Madrid, fuels speculation about his next career move. Reports suggest a 70% likelihood of a transfer, with Liverpool potentially making a decisive move.